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Spinach, Feta, and Rice Casserole

This spinach, feta, and rice casserole is a perfectly creamy rice casserole, scented with lemon and dill. Sun-dried tomatoes add a pop of sweetness.

Spinach, Feta, and Rice Casserole in a bowl with a fork and lemon slice
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 cup thinly sliced scallions

  • 1/4 cup drained, chopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil

  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh garlic

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1 (16 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach

  • 3 cups vegetable broth

  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 6 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (about 1 1/2 cups), divided

  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh dill

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (190 degrees C).

    Spinach, Feta, and Rice Casserole ingredients on a counter

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  2. Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add scallions, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and oregano; cook, stirring often, until scallions soften, about 2 minutes. Add spinach, and cook, stirring occasionally, until thawed, 5 to 6 minutes. 

    Spinach, tomatoes, scallions and garlic cooking in a pot on a burner with a spatula

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  3. Stir in broth, rice, lemon zest and juice, salt, pepper, and 1 cup of the feta. Bring to a simmer over high heat, stirring occasionally. Stir in dill, and top evenly with remaining 1/2 cup feta. 

    Spinach, tomatoes, scallions, feta, and rice cooking in a pot on a burner with a spatula

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  4. Bake in the preheated oven until rice is tender and feta begins to brown, about 20 minutes.

    Spinach, Feta, and Rice Casserole in a casserole dish

    Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

194 Calories
9g Fat
20g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 194
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 12%
Saturated Fat 6g 29%
Cholesterol 33mg 11%
Sodium 957mg 42%
Total Carbohydrate 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 10g 19%
Vitamin C 17mg 19%
Calcium 319mg 25%
Iron 4mg 23%
Potassium 552mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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