Rice with Lemon and Spinach

By bakers_delight85

This rice is a lovely accompaniment to most main courses...and pairs perfectly with fish.

Ingredients

• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 3 cups cooked long grain rice
• 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
• 3 Tbsp. lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. dill weed
• 1/8 tsp. pepper
• 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese, divided

Preparation

Step 1

In a skillet, saute the onion, mushrooms and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in the rice, spinach, lemon juice, salt, dill and pepper. Reserve 1 Tbsp. cheese. Stir remaining cheese into skillet; mix well.
Transfer to an 8-inch square baking dish coated with non-stick cooking spray. Sprinkle with reserved cheese. Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.
Per serving (2/3 cup): 167 calories, 4g fat, 7mg cholesterol, 324mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate, 2g fiber, 5g protein