One Pot Spinach Rice
Healthy spinach rice loaded with proteins, fibers and vitamins. It is a one pot meal that takes about 30 min to prepare. Ideal for busy times.
Servings: 3
Calories: 350kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice (rinsed and drained)
- 2-3 cups fresh baby spinach
- 2 tomatoes diced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2-3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup pinto beans canned (rinsed and drained)
- 2 cup chicken stock low sodium (or vegetable stock or water if vegan)
- 1 ½ teaspoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon cooking oil
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet on medium heat. Add garlic and saute until fragrant for about 30 sec
- Add onion and saute until translucent. Then add diced tomatoes and cook them until they soften for about 3-4 mins
- Add spinach, beans, rice and cook for a couple of minutes. Now add water, chicken stock or vegetable stock (if vegan) and bring the mixture to a boil
- Season with curry powder, salt and pepper. Adjust salt and pepper according to taste
- Simmer the rice mixture for 18-20 min (or until rice is tender) on low heat with lid on
- Turn off the heat and serve warm to enjoy this nutritious spinach rice
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal