Spanakorizo (Greek Spinach and Rice)

Spanakorizo is Greek comfort food at its simplest — rice cooked risotto-style until creamy, with an entire bag of spinach folded in as it wilts down into the pot. No cream, no cheese required, though a crumble of feta on top never hurts if you want it.

Plenty of fresh dill and a good squeeze of lemon at the end are what really define this dish, giving it a brightness that keeps it from tasting like plain rice with greens stirred in.

This is a fully plant-based dish that gets its creaminess from technique rather than added dairy, which keeps the saturated fat naturally low while still feeling indulgent. It's an easy weeknight dinner on its own, or a good side to grilled fish or chicken when you want something more substantial than a plain salad, and it comes together with pantry staples you likely already have on hand.