Spinach Rice Gratin Recipe

Name: Spinach Rice Gratin Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups cooked brown rice; 1 1/2 cups finely chopped uncooked spinach; 4 ounces firm tofu, crumbled; 10 black olives, chopped; 1/2 medium red onion, diced; 1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup shredded manchego cheese; 3 large eggs; 1/2 teaspoon fine grain sea salt

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0F
2
Place rack in the top third of oven. Grease a 10 inch round baking dish with a bit of olive oil.
3
In a large bowl combine the rice, spinach and tofu.
4
Now, reserving a bit of each for garnish, stir in the olives, red onion,pine nuts and olive oil.
5
Stir in 1/4 cup of the cheese.
6
In a small bowl whisk the eggs and salt.
7
Fold the eggs into the rice mixture.
8
Pour into the prepared baking dish, and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
9
Bake for 30 minutes or until the casserole is set and the top is toasty and golden.
10
Remove from the oven and sprinkle with reserve onions, olives and nuts. Sprinkle with a bit more cheese.

788

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups cooked brown rice, 1 1/2 cups finely chopped uncooked spinach, 4 ounces firm tofu, crumbled, 10 black olives, chopped, and more.

Yes, Spinach Rice Gratin Recipe falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!