Spanakorizo (Greek Spinach Rice)
Lemony rice cooked with spinach, dill, and olive oil.
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Join HomecookedIngredients
- 250 g White rice
- 400 g Spinach
- 1 Onion
- 3 tbsp Dill
- 600 ml Vegetable stock
- 4 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 Lemon (optional)
Method
- Chop the onion and dill.
- Soften the onion in the oil over medium heat until translucent, about 4 minutes, then add the spinach and wilt it down, about 2 minutes.
- Add the rice, stock, and salt and simmer covered until the rice is tender and the liquid absorbed, about 16 minutes.
- Stir in the lemon juice and dill off the heat.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition per serving
Estimated from ingredients; varies with exact portions and brands.
About Spanakorizo (Greek Spinach Rice)
This Mediterranean take on spanakorizo is a lemony rice cooked with spinach, dill, and olive oil, streamlined into a quick one-pot that captures the spirit of the Greek original with minimal fuss. Rooted in the region's tradition of pairing rice with seasonal greens and plenty of good oil, it is the kind of light, plant-based dish that feels wholesome without being heavy. Softening the onion first builds a gentle sweetness, the spinach wilts straight into the pot, and the rice simmers in vegetable stock until it is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
The eating experience is soft, savoury, and bright, the stock giving the rice more depth than water alone while lemon juice stirred in at the end lifts everything with a clean, tart edge. Fresh dill folded through off the heat lends the characteristic grassy, anise-like note that marks the dish as unmistakably Greek in inspiration. Ready in about half an hour and naturally vegan, it makes an easy light meal or a satisfying side beside grilled vegetables, fish, or a simple salad. Its lightness and freshness make it a good choice when you want something green and comforting without much richness.
Spanakorizo (Greek Spinach Rice): frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Spanakorizo (Greek Spinach Rice)?
One serving of Spanakorizo (Greek Spinach Rice) has about 409 calories, with 7g of protein, 58g of carbs, 17g of fat and 4g of fiber. These are estimates based on the ingredient amounts in this recipe and will vary with your exact portions and brands.
Is Spanakorizo (Greek Spinach Rice) gluten-free?
Based on its ingredients, Spanakorizo (Greek Spinach Rice) has no gluten-containing components, so it's naturally gluten-free — as always, check that any packaged ingredients you use are certified gluten-free to be safe.
How long does Spanakorizo (Greek Spinach Rice) take to make?
About 30 minutes start to finish, but only around 13 of those are hands-on — the rest is largely unattended cooking time you can step away from. In the Homecooked app the timers and parallel steps are sequenced for you so the hands-on part feels even shorter.
Do I need every ingredient to make Spanakorizo (Greek Spinach Rice)?
The core ingredients are essential, but you can leave out lemon — it's optional and mainly there for extra flavor or finish.
How many servings does Spanakorizo (Greek Spinach Rice) make?
This recipe makes 4 servings. In the app you can scale it up or down and the ingredient amounts adjust automatically.