Garlic Spinach Rice Recipes

Garlic Spinach Rice Recipes 

Here are three flavorful garlic spinach rice recipes—each with a different vibe: one basic and quick, one creamy and comforting, and one with bold spices. 

🌿 1. Garlic Spinach Rice (Simple & Savory)

Great as a side for grilled meats, tofu, or roasted veggies

Ingredients:

2 cups cooked white or brown rice (preferably chilled)

1 tbsp olive oil or butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

3 cups fresh spinach (or 1½ cups cooked)

Salt & pepper to taste

Optional: a squeeze of lemon juice or a sprinkle of parmesan

Instructions:

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 min).

Add spinach and cook until wilted.

Stir in rice. Cook 2–3 mins, mixing well.

Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice or cheese if using.

🥥 2. Creamy Garlic Spinach Coconut Rice

A cozy, slightly tropical twist

Ingredients:

1 cup basmati or jasmine rice

1½ cups coconut milk (canned)

1 tbsp oil

3–4 garlic cloves, finely chopped

2 cups fresh spinach, chopped

Salt to taste

Optional: chili flakes or chopped cilantro

Instructions:

In a pot, heat oil and sauté garlic until golden.

Add rice and toast briefly, stirring.

Pour in coconut milk and a pinch of salt. Bring to boil.

Lower heat, cover, and simmer for 15 mins.

Stir in spinach, cover, and let rest 5 mins. Fluff and serve.

🌶 3. Garlic Spinach Rice with Indian Spices

Bold, colorful, and deeply satisfying

Ingredients:

2 cups cooked rice (any variety)

1 tbsp ghee or oil

5 garlic cloves, sliced

1 tsp cumin seeds

½ tsp turmeric

¼ tsp chili powder (optional)

3 cups chopped spinach

Salt to taste

Instructions:

Heat ghee in a skillet, add cumin seeds and let them pop.

Add garlic, sauté till golden.

Add turmeric, chili powder, and spinach. Sauté until wilted.

Add rice, mix well, and cook another 2–3 mins.

Season and serve with yogurt or pickles.

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