Name: Spinach, Feta & Rice Casserole
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 0.5 cup chopped onion; 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry; 3 large cloves garlic, grated; 3 cups cooked brown rice; 0.75 cup crumbled feta cheese; 0.25 cup chopped fresh dill; 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 4 large eggs; 0.25 cup sour cream; 1 tablespoon lemon zest

Spinach, Feta & Rice Casserole

4.2

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18 Reviews

This one-pan recipe is the casserole version of spanakopita! It's hearty enough to enjoy as a vegetarian lunch or dinner, yet versatile enough to serve alongside just about any protein. To make it extra creamy, top each serving with a dollop of sour cream.

Carolyn Casner

Updated on July 9, 2020

Prep Time:

25 mins

Additional Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

50 mins

Servings:

Yield:

6 cups

Nutrition Profile:

Gluten-Free Low Sodium Nut-Free Soy-Free Vegetarian

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup chopped onion
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
3 large cloves garlic, grated
3 cups cooked brown rice
¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh dill
½ teaspoon ground pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
4 large eggs
¼ cup sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon zest

Directions

Preheat oven to 425°F.
Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet (preferably cast-iron) over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, until beginning to brown, about 4 minutes. Add spinach and garlic; cook, stirring, for another minute. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Add rice, feta, dill, pepper and salt to the pan; stir to combine.
Whisk eggs, sour cream and lemon zest in a medium bowl. Add to the rice mixture and stir well to combine. Smooth the top with a rubber spatula. Bake until lightly browned in spots, about 25 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

319	Calories
17g	Fat
31g	Carbs
12g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 319
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 31g	11%
Dietary Fiber 3g	12%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 12g	24%
Total Fat 17g	21%
Saturated Fat 6g	30%
Cholesterol 145mg	48%
Vitamin A 5866IU	117%
Vitamin C 6mg	6%
Folate 103mcg	26%
Sodium 359mg	16%
Calcium 192mg	15%
Iron 2mg	13%
Magnesium 86mg	20%
Potassium 350mg	7%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.