Description
Garlic & Spinach Rice Pilaf is a delightful dish that combines fluffy long-grain rice with fresh spinach and aromatic garlic, creating a comforting meal perfect for any occasion. This quick and easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a stunning side or main course that’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and beautiful presentation that make this pilaf an essential addition to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Saut? the diced onion until translucent (about 3 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook until golden brown.
- Stir in uncooked rice and toast for about 2 minutes to enhance flavor.
- Add vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in fresh spinach until wilted (about 2 minutes). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional saut?ed spinach or a sprinkle of parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Saut?ing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg