Get ready to have a new family-favorite dinner recipe. This Spinach Feta Rice Casserole is loaded with easy ingredients and full of awesome flavor. This just might be your new family-favorite meal.
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💖 Why This Recipe Works
- Simple & satisfying: This Spinach Feta Rice Casserole is packed with flavor and comes together effortlessly.
- Wholesome & hearty: A perfect mix of tender rice, leafy spinach, and creamy feta.
- One-dish wonder: Minimal cleanup with this easy bake-and-serve meal.
🥚Ingredients Needed to Make Spinach Feta Rice Casserole
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup shallot, chopped fine
- 10 oz frozen spinach thawed & squeezed
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 3 cups brown rice, cooked
- ¾ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 teaspoon dry dill
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 4 eggs
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
🌈 Substitutions and Variations
- Rice choice: Swap brown rice for white rice, quinoa, or orzo pasta for a different base.
- Cheese alternatives: Use goat cheese, ricotta, or a blend of Italian cheeses instead of feta for varied flavors.
- Herb mix: Replace dill with parsley, thyme, or basil to suit your taste.
- Add-ins: Incorporate cooked chicken, chickpeas, or sun-dried tomatoes for extra protein and richness.
- Vegan version: Use plant-based cheese and substitute eggs with flaxseed meal mixed with water to make it vegan-friendly.
🔪 How To Make Spinach Feta Rice Casserole
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425 degrees Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Cook shallots until tender
- Step 2: Add in spinach and garlic until spinach is warmed. Remove from heat, cool slightly.
- Step 3: Stir in rice, feta, dill, salt & pepper, and lemon juice.
- Step 4: Whisk together eggs and sour cream.
- Step 5: Add to rice mixture and stir well, smoothing out the top.
- Step 6: Bake 20-25 minutes until light golden brown. Rest 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Tips for Making Spinach Feta Rice Casserole
I like to use brown rice for this recipe but you could use white rice as well. Also, if you don't have sour cream, you could use unflavored Greek yogurt, too. Those are a few easy substitutions or variations that could easily be done.
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- Sauté Shallots for Depth: Cooking shallots in olive oil adds a sweet, aromatic base that enhances the overall flavor.
- Opt for Brown Rice: Using cooked brown rice adds a nutty flavor and boosts the dish's fiber content.
- Balance with Greek Yogurt: If sour cream is unavailable, unflavored Greek yogurt serves as a healthy substitute, adding creaminess and protein.
💭 FAQs
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave for best results.
Yes! Frozen spinach works perfectly. Just thaw and squeeze out excess moisture before adding it to the casserole.
Yes! You can prepare the casserole a day ahead. Assemble it, cover, and refrigerate it until you’re ready to bake.
Yes, you can substitute feta with goat cheese or ricotta for a different flavor. However, feta gives the dish a unique tangy kick.
💖 Serving Suggestions
These are my favorite dishes to serve with spinach feta rice casserole:
- Grilled lemon herb chicken: Light and zesty, it complements the creamy casserole.
- Greek salad: Cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, and red onions tossed in olive oil and oregano add a refreshing touch.
- Roasted vegetables: Seasoned carrots, bell peppers, and zucchini provide a savory side that pairs well with the casserole.
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Spinach Feta Rice Casserole
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. Olive Oil
- ½ Cup Shallot Chopped Fine
- 10 oz Frozen Spinach Thawed & Squeezed
- 2 tbsp. Garlic Minced
- 3 Cups Brown Rice Cooked
- ¾ Cup Feta Cheese Crumbled
- 1 tbsp. Dry Dill
- Salt To taste
- Pepper To taste
- 4 Eggs
- ¼ Cup Sour Cream
- 1 tbsp. Lemon Juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat
- Cook shallots until tender
- Add in spinach and garlic until spinach is warmed
- Remove from heat, cool slightly
- Stir in rice, feta, dill, salt & pepper, and lemon juice
- Whisk together eggs and sour cream
- Add to rice mixture and stir well, smoothing out the top
- Bake 20-25 minutes until light golden brown
- Rest 5 minutes before serving
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