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Brazilian Rice

Source: Delicious Heart-Healthy Latino Recipes/ Platillos Latinos Sabrosos y Saludables US Department of Health and Human Services National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-08-07.

The vegetarian dish combines leafy greens and high fiber brown rice to make a wholesome side dish or a satisfying main dish.

Makes
8 servings
Serving size
3/4 Cup

Ingredients

  • sprays of nonstick vegetable spray
  • 1 package (10 ounce) frozen spinach, thawed
  • 1 cup brown rice, cooked
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (or cooking oil of choice)
  • 1 cup egg-white substitute, liquid
  • 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded fat-free
  • 1 cup fat-free milk
  • 1/2 medium onion, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 °F.
  3. Spray a 2-quart baking dish with vegetable oil spray.
  4. Place thawed spinach in a colander and press to remove excess water.
  5. Place the spinach in a large mixing bowl and add remaining ingredients. Mix until combined.
  6. Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and place in the preheated oven. Bake for 30 minutes.
  7. Cut the casserole into eight squares and serve.

Notes

This casserole can be prepared 1 day in advance and refrigerated. Learn more about: Spinach Onions Herbs

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