Healthy Creamy Barley Risotto | Quick Meal Fix Ideas
Barley risotto is a balanced meal idea that’s easy to cook and takes lesser time than your traditional bowl of risotto. Rich, wholesome and healthier. What’s more, the taste and texture of cooked barley is staggeringly similar to Arborio rice, but has higher fiber content and thus better for you.
Servings: 3
Calories: 274kcal
Ingredients
- 100 g barley hulled
- 2 onions finely chopped
- 5-6 garlic pods finely minced
- 1 red bell peppers diced
- 1 cup spinach washed, chiffonade or cut in thin strips
- ½ cup parmesan cheese grated
- 2-3 cups Water
- Salt to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- First, rinse and soak the barley grains beforehand for 20-30 minutes. Drain the water and set barley grains aside.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in a thick-bottomed pot and add finely chopped onions and minced garlic. Keep stirring so it doesn’t brown or char.
- As the raw smell disappears and onions are transparent, add the barley grains, salt and stir. Add water in small quantities herein and keep stirring simultaneously so the grains don’t stick to the bottom of the pan. About a cup of water and approximately 10 minutes later, you should notice the barley grains attaining the al dente (firm to bite) texture.
- Add chopped bell peppers and spinach. Lastly, turn off the flame and add the grated parmesan just before you serve.
- Devour whilst hot!
Nutrition
Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 292mg | Potassium: 433mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 2319IU | Vitamin C: 61mg | Calcium: 252mg | Iron: 2mg