Recipe Name Greek Spinach Rice Balls Submitted by embrandon
Recipe Description Fun recipe to make with kids.
Quantity 2 Quantity Unit 3 balls
Prep Time (minutes) 15 Cook Time (minutes) 40 Ready In (minutes) 55
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Ingredients
Amount Measure Ingredient
3
cupsSpinach
1/4
cup, choppedgreen onions
1/2
teaspoonolive oil
1/4
cupBulgur, dry
1/2
tablespoonchopped fresh dill
1/2
cupchicken broth, fat free, low sodium
1/4
tablespoonfreshly squeezed lemon juice
1
dashsalt
1
dashblack pepper
1/4
cupPanko Bread crumbs, dry
Steps
Sequence Step
1Cook the bulgur in the chicken stock according to directions and set aside.
2Steam spinach for 2-3 minutes. Drain and chop and set aside.
3In another pan, saute the scallion in the olive oil for about 5 minutes (or until softened and slightly browned).
4Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
5In mixing bowl, combine spinach, scallions, bulgur, dill and lemon juice. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir well, mashing mixture against sides of bowl until it holds together.
6Prepare a baking sheet with cooking spray
7With damp hands, make six equal sided balls from the bulgur mixture, rolling each until they are firm and hold together well. Roll the balls in the panko and place on baking sheet.
8Bake for 20-25 minutes until the balls are heated through and crisp on the outside.