Speedy, Green Rice

An easy and tasty side dish that combines one of the most nutritious veggies and quick-cooking instant rice.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1  lb fresh spinach, washed and chopped or 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach
• 1⁄4 cup butter
• 3  cups  instant rice
• 2 1⁄3 cups water
• 2  teaspoons salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon oregano
• 6  green onions, sliced
• 2  tablespoons parsley, chopped
• 2  tablespoons lemon juice
• 1⁄2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

1. If using fresh spinach, drain well. If using frozen spinach, thaw and drain well.
2. In a large pan, saute spinach in butter for 2 to 3 minutes.
3. Stir in rice, water, salt and oregano; bring to a boil. Cover and simmer until all liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in onion, lemon juice and parsley; heat through.
5. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese when serving.