Spanakorizo ( Spinach & Rice ) | Greek Recipe | | Healthylicious

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Cottage cheese reduces fat while still providing creaminess.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a similar flavor profile and is often less expensive.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: water + herbs

💰Cheaper: water

Using water with herbs can reduce costs while adding flavor.

dill

🥗Healthier: thyme

💰Cheaper: oregano

Thyme offers a similar aromatic quality at a lower price.

Preheat a large non-stick pan over medium heat.

Add the olive oil and onion; cook on low heat until caramelized.

Add the garlic and cook for 2 more minutes.

Add the fresh dill, salt, and pepper; stir in the fresh spinach and cook for 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally.

Once the spinach is cooked, add the rice and vegetable stock, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked.

Add the lemon zest and juice; stir and serve hot or cold.

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