Greek Spinach and Rice – Spanakokorizo

1  lb.		fresh spinach rinsed
1/2		Juice of lemon
1  tablespoon		onion chopped or 2 3 spring onions chopped
2-1/2  tablespoons		½ tablespoons olive oil plus more for drizzling
1  teaspoon		dry mint
2  tablespoons		chopped dill
2/3  cup		water
1/3  cup		medium grain rice
1  teaspoon		Salt/Pepper
1  tablespoon		tomato paste optional

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In a large pot wilt the spinach with the lemon juice and 1 teaspoon olive oil. Set aside to drain.
In another pot sauté the onion with the rest of the olive oil until soft.
Add the spinach, dry mint, dill and 2/3 cup warm water and bring to a boil.
Add the rice, salt (as needed) and pepper and simmer, covered for about 20 minutes until rice is soft. Add additional warm water as needed. Add Tomato Sauce
Serve warm or at room temperature with a squeeze of lemon juice and a bit of olive oil and feta.