Description
A hearty and flavorful casserole combining spinach, feta, rice, and chickpeas with a zesty lemon twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a saucepan, cook rice in vegetable broth according to package instructions.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, spinach, chickpeas, feta cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, and olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper, mixing well.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.
Notes
- Serve warm as a main dish or side.
- Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
- Use fresh or frozen spinach based on availability.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Lemony Spinach Feta Rice Casserole with Chickpeas