Description
Spinach Mushroom Rice combines the earthy flavors of fresh mushrooms, savory garlic, and vibrant spinach with the nutty taste of brown basmati rice. Whether served as a hearty vegan main or as a side dish, this dish is a satisfying, healthy, and flavorful choice.
Ingredients
1 cup (200 grams) raw brown basmati rice
2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon fine sea salt, divided
1 medium yellow onion, minced
1 pound (454 grams) mixed fresh mushrooms (such as chanterelles, chestnuts, shiitakes, or oysters)
6 cloves garlic, minced
5 ounces (142 grams) baby spinach
1 tablespoon (15 ml) soy sauce
¼ cup chopped chives
Instructions
- In a medium pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for about 40 minutes until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before fluffing.
- While the rice is cooking, heat the remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Clean and slice the mushrooms. Add them to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms have reduced in size and reabsorbed any water released during cooking.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, then add the spinach. Stir occasionally until the spinach wilts.
- Once the rice and mushroom mixture are both cooked, add the rice to the skillet. Stir in the soy sauce and chopped chives, mixing gently to combine.
- Serve the dish warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Different mushrooms: Feel free to use any combination of mushrooms you prefer, such as portobello or button mushrooms, to customize the dish.
- Vegan options: The dish is naturally vegan, but you can boost the richness by adding vegan butter or nutritional yeast.
- Gluten-free: Ensure you use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari for a gluten-free version of the recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
