Spanakorizo, or spinach rice, is one of the great Greek-diet plant-based main courses! It speaks the language of a perfect Mediterranean diet recipe because it has all the right components: extra virgin Greek olive oil, greens, in this case spinach, a grain (rice), and a vibrant, fresh flavor profile thanks to the addition of ouzo, which I like to use as much as a seasoning as I do an aperitif (!), Greek feta, and a touch of balsamic vinegar to add a subtle acidic punch. In Greek cooking, spanakorizo is served as a main course and it’s one of the most beloved ladera (olive-oil-centric) recipes, a staple during Lent. When it’s not a fasting period, it’s often served with feta on the side and a fried egg on top. In this Greek recipe for it, I stir in the feta for meltingly good deliciousness and added Greek comfort food satisfaction.