Rice & Spinach

White rice can get a bad wrap sometimes. While it's a great activity carb, it's best when paired with a protein (meat, fish, chicken, etc.) and a fat. Paring a higher glycemic food with a fat and/or protein slows down the absorption into your blood stream thus helping to prevent a quick spike in blood sugar. Here's a quick side for any meal! 

Tip: I add nutritional yeast in place of parmesan for myself!

Ingredients

• 1 cup Instant Jasmine Rice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups packed fresh spinach
• 2 tsp lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Instructions

• Prepare rice according to package directions.
• Meanwhile, heat oil and butter in medium saucepan set over medium heat; cook garlic for 1 min.
• Add rice to saucepan and coat with butter and oil.
• Stir spinach into rice mixture.
• Lastly, stir in lemon juice and parmesan cheese.
• Serve with your favorite protein!