Go Back
+ servings
Lahanorizo (Greek Rice with Cabbage)

Comforting Lahanorizo: Wholesome Greek Rice with Cabbage

Lahanorizo is a comforting Greek dish featuring rice and cabbage, perfect for cozy evenings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil high-quality extra virgin
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 medium carrot chopped
  • 1 medium leek sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
For the Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups cabbage sliced
  • 1 cup rice round or medium-grain, like Arborio
For Brightness and Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice adjust to taste
  • ¼ cup fresh dill chopped, optional
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onion, carrot, and leeks for 5-6 minutes until tender.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then stir in tomato paste and cook for another minute.
  3. Incorporate sliced cabbage and season with salt, sauté for 8-10 minutes until cabbage wilts down.
  4. Add rice and vegetable broth, bring to a gentle boil, then cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
  5. Stir in lemon juice and fresh dill, adjust seasoning, and mix well.
  6. Serve and garnish with lemon wedges and olive oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover Lahanorizo in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze in portions for up to 3 months.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!