LEMON RICE WITH SPINACH AND RED
PEPPER
 
1/3 c. chopped onion
1 tbsp. olive oil
1 c. long grain rice
1/2 tsp. salt
2 1/2 c. water
1 c. chopped spinach
2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1 red pepper, chopped (about 1/2 c.)

In a medium saucepan, saute onion in olive oil until soft. Mix in the rice and salt. Add water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low or off and cover saucepan.

Cook another 15 minutes. Stir spinach and lemon juice into rice. Cook for 10 minutes more or until liquid is completely absorbed. Mix in red pepper and serve.

8 (1/2 cup) servings. 100 calories per serving. 2 sat-fat calories per serving.

 

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