Afghan Spinach with Dill and Cilantro

Name: Afghan Spinach with Dill and Cilantro
Prep time: 4 min
Cook time: 36 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Asian, Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 2 bunches green onions ((about 14 onions), chopped (use entire onion, white and green parts)); 2 pounds frozen, (chopped spinach (not defrosted)); 1 tablespoon dried dill; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 2 to 3 dashes ground cayenne; ¼ cup water, (plus more if needed); 1/2 cup chopped cilantro; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice; Greek yogurt and pita or naan bread for serving

Instructions

Prep:4minCook:36min

Use frozen, chopped leaf spinach that's sold in a bag not compressed in a box like a big spinach popsicle. If organic is available, that's a better option since conventionally grown spinach is notably high in pesticide residues.

Updated at: Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:26:14 GMT