1 bunch Scallionss, including half of the greens, chopped

2 tbsp olive oil

1 whole Large onion, chopped

3 whole Garlic cloves, chopped

1 cup chopped parsley

1/3 cup chopped dill or 3 tbsp dried

1 pinch salt, to taste

1 pinch Freshly ground pepper, to taste

12 ozs, (1 large bunch) spinach stems removed

5 cups light vegetable stock

1 ½ cups yogurt, plus extra yogurt or sour cream for garnish

1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, to taste

1 cup cooked white or brown long grain rice

1 whole small cucumber, peeled, seeded, and finely diced