Sautéed Shiitake and Spinach Rice Bowl with Sesame Dressing

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A savory rice bowl combining earthy shiitake mushrooms and tender spinach, tossed in a fragrant sesame soy dressing perfect for a light brunch. This Asian-inspired brunch recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, combines cooked jasmine rice, fresh shiitake mushrooms, sliced, fresh spinach leaves into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms and 2 cloves minced garlic, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until the mushrooms soften and edges turn golden.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 cups fresh spinach leaves to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently until the spinach wilts.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 cups cooked jasmine rice, 2 tbsp sesame oil, and 1 tbsp soy sauce. Toss everything together and cook for another 2 minutes until heated through and well combined.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and transfer to serving bowls. Garnish with 1 sliced scallion and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.

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