Greek Spinach Rice Salad

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups water
• 1 cup long-grain rice, uncooked
• 2 cups fresh spinach, cut into thin strips
• 1 1/2 cups peeled, seeded, and chopped tomato
• 1/2 cup sliced green onions
• 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
• 1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt
• 6 lettuce leaves (optional)

Preparation

1. Bring 2 1/4 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan; stir in rice. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Combine rice, spinach, and next 3 ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Combine lemon juice and next 5 ingredients in a small bowl, stirring well with a wire whisk. Pour lemon juice mixture over rice mixture; toss gently. Cover and chill. Stir in yogurt just before serving. Serve on lettuce leaves, if desired.