1 - Cook rice per instructions on package. After the rice is cooked, place in a strainer and rinse thoroughly with cold water.

2 - Wash spinach and blot dry.

3 - Arrange spinach evenly on a large (13x9) platter

4 - Spread cooked and cooled rice over spinach. Set aside.

5 - Mix water, black beans, cumin, coriander, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a small saucepan.

6 - Heat bean mixture until fully warmed, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Add more water if necessary to prevent sticking.

7 - Spoon heated bean mixture over the rice.

8 - Spread diced tomatoes over beans, followed by feta cheese and then almonds.

9 - Lay cucumber slices along the rim of the platter, and place the olives on top of the cucumbers.

10 - Place lemon wedges along the rim of the platter, evenly separated.

11 - Gently drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the entire platter.