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Butternut Squash & Kale Risotto (Light)

Butternut Squash & Kale Risotto: 7 Delightful Secrets

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A light and creamy risotto made with butternut squash and kale.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Arborio rice
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup butternut squash, diced
  • 1 cup kale, chopped
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
  3. Add butternut squash, cook for 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in Arborio rice, cook for 2 minutes.
  5. Gradually add vegetable broth, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly.
  6. After 15 minutes, add kale.
  7. Continue cooking until rice is creamy and al dente.
  8. Season with salt and pepper.
  9. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • Use homemade vegetable broth for better flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of broth based on desired creaminess.
  • Can substitute kale with spinach.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: Butternut Squash, Kale, Risotto, Light