Mediterranean Rice

Mediterranean Rice

mediterranean rice in a pan with tomato
Cook Time 1 hr.
Serves 4
Ingredients:
  • 1 cup brown rice, rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon oregano, dried
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 cups baby spinach, chopped
  • 3 leaves fresh basil, julienne cut
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt (optional) and pepper to taste
Preparation:
  1. In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add rice, stirring, and return to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low and simmer until all the water has been absorbed, about 40 minutes.
  2. While the rice cooks, combine oil, garlic, and oregano in a separate bowl. Gently toss in tomatoes and feta cheese.
  3. When rice is finished cooking, remove from heat and let rest for a minute. Fold tomato mixture, spinach, and basil into rice. Pour lemon juice over rice and mix again.
  4.  Season with salt (if desired) and pepper to taste, and serve.

Nutrition facts:

Per 1/4 of recipe 270 calories 6 grams of protein 40 grams of carbohydrates 3 grams of fiber 135 milligrams of sodium

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