Spaghetti Rice With Spinach Recipe
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This spaghetti rice with spinach recipe is a simple easy dish the kids will actually eat!
We all have those crazy busy days when the drive-thru is so tempting we can hardly stand it. I mean, on truly crazy days, the drive-thru provides a meal you don’t have to think about! But I’m here to tell you that you can make something at home just as quickly and easily, and it will be far, far better for you! I make this a lot for Mini Chef when we’ve had a busy day, and dinner needs to happen immediately.
I buy pre-cooked and frozen brown organic rice from Trader Joe’s, my favorite clean spaghetti sauce, and some spinach from the frozen section. Warm it all together in a pot (the microwave works, too!) and top with some parmesan.
This is one of those crazy-simple recipes that you can put together in 10 minutes or less, and it’s pretty darn tasty, too. It’s also a great way to sneak some spinach into a meal for those who are not too excited about the prospect of veggies. Give it a try!
Clean Spaghetti Sauce
I know many of you may be wondering what clean spaghetti sauce you can pick up at the store. These are a few brands I’ve found that are clean. Prices and availability may vary by area.
- Gina Rispoli, Marinara ($5.99 – 25 oz. jar)
- Mario Batali, Tomato Basil ($7.99 – 24 oz. jar)
- Rao’s Homemade Tomato Basil Marinara ($8.99 – 24 oz. jar)
What You’ll Need
Cooked brown rice
Spaghetti sauce – No sugar added.
Frozen spinach – You can use fresh spinach if you prefer.
Parmesan cheese – Optional for garnish.
How To Make Spaghetti Rice With Spinach
Pour all ingredients into a pot and stir constantly until warmed through. (About 5-10 minutes).
You can also microwave this for about 2-4 minutes, give or take. Just be sure to mix it all really well before putting it in the microwave.
More Healthy Spaghetti Sauce Recipes
Spaghetti Rice With Spinach
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 2 cups clean spaghetti sauce (purchased or see recipes above)
- 1 cup frozen spinach (or 3 cups fresh)
- parmesan cheese (for garnish – optional)
Instructions
- Pour all ingredients into a pot and stir constantly until warmed through. (About 5-10 minutes).
- You can also microwave this for about 2-4 minutes, give or take. Just be sure to mix it all really well before putting it in the microwave.
Notes
Nutrition
Does this freeze well? Just wondering w/ the rice. Need to increase my freezer meals and wondering about this one. BTW, thanks for all you do. Love your site.
Sharon – Yes, it will freeze just fine. Rice does really well in the freezer.
Do you know any brands of clean spaghetti sauce? Or did you make your own?
C Wilkins – These are a few that I know of. I found them at Safeway. Gina Rispoli, Marinara ($5.99 – 25 oz. jar), Mario Batali, Tomato Basil ($7.99 – 24 oz. jar), Rao’s Homemade Tomato Basil Marinara ($8.99 – 24 oz. jar)
I can’t get any recipe’s to print. If I can’t print them, I can’t take it to the kitchen to make it. So sad I can’t use your expertise and website.
Lorna – Are you clicking on the green print button? If so, you should see a popup window. If you don’t, it’s your security settings or popup blocker.
Lorna – First check on the advice just given to you. You can also do screen shots and then save them and print them out if nothing else. Also, if you have an iPad, there is a terrific app where you can import recipes from bloogers, recipe sites, etc. that gives them all the credit, etc. It’s called My Recipe Book and it is awesome!
Dear Tiffany,
I am based in the UK and would love to try this recipe. However, I don’t know what sauces would be best. Could you recommend a recipe for my to make myself please? thank you x
Sarah – If you want store bought, you have to read labels at the store. But if you want to make your own, I have a few you can try, but I think the one that might work the best is this one: https://www.thegraciouspantry.com/clean-eating-garlic-parmesan-marinara/
What is clean spaghetti sauce can you give me the recipe please?
William – I usually purchase mine, but it’s not cheap. I buy Rao’s which is $8-10 a jar. Needless to say, I don’t buy it often. When I make it at home, this is my favorite recipe to use. It’s quick, easy and tastes good. https://www.thegraciouspantry.com/clean-eating-simple-spaghetti-sauce/