Spanakorizo: Greek Spinach & Rice

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.

Chop a red onion and add it to a pot with 1/4 cup of olive oil.

Cook the onion over medium-low heat until soft and translucent, avoiding any color.

Smash and peel 6 large garlic cloves, then slice them into rounds.

Add the garlic to the pot and cook for another 4-5 minutes until soft.

Add 2 pounds of baby spinach to the pot in batches, seasoning each with a pinch of salt and black pepper.

Increase the heat to medium-high to wilt the spinach quickly.

Once all spinach is added and wilted, add 1/2 cup of Arborio rice, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 cup of water.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes until the rice is tender.

Chop 1 tablespoon of fresh dill and add it to the pot along with fresh lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon of dried mint.

Let it simmer for another 4-5 minutes before serving.

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