Rice Pilaf with Spinach and Mint
Created by ellie on May 2, 2025
- Servings: 4-6
- Prep Time: 10m
- Cook Time: 30m
- Recipe #44539
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 pounds spinach, chopped
- 2 tablespoons mint leaves, chopped
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup long grain rice, uncooked
How to Make
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Step 1: In a saucepan over medium heat heat the olive oil and then add the onion and cook, stirring frequently for 5 minutes or until softened. Stir in spinach and mint and cook for another 3-5 minutes or until spinach is wilted.
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Step 2: Stir in the water, tomato paste, salt and pepper and bring to a boil and then add the rice; cover; reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is tender and water has been absorbed.