Beetroot Risotto With Goats’ Cheese & Walnuts

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 0
Tasty Beetroot Risotto with Goats' Cheese & Walnuts
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

1 hour

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

450 g whole baby beets
600 ml vegetable stock
50 g unsalted butter
1 onion , peeled , finely chopped
2 garlic cloves , crushed
250 g arborio rice
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves , chopped
150 ml red wine
75 g walnuts , roughly chopped
125 g soft fresh goat cheese
wild rocket , to serve ( arugula )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
505
Sugar
6g
Fat
22g
The Beetroot Risotto with Goats' Cheese & Walnuts is a classic Italian recipe that is perfect for any meal of the day, from dinner to lunch or even a light brunch. The dish is nourishing and filling, while its rich and creamy texture will satisfy any appetite. The combination of salty goat cheese and crunchy walnuts perfectly complements the earthy beetroot and creamy rice. The dish is not particularly difficult to prepare, but it requires a bit of patience and culinary skill to get the texture and consistency right. Serve with a side salad or garlic bread to make a full meal.

Instructions

1.Peel and finely grate the baby beets.
2.In a saucepan, bring the vegetable stock to a simmer and keep it hot.
3.In a separate large, shallow pan, melt the butter over medium heat and then sauté the onion and garlic for about 5 minutes until the onion is translucent.
4.Add the rice and thyme, stirring well to coat the grains with the butter and cook for 1-2 minutes until the rice becomes slightly translucent.
5.Pour in the red wine and stir until it evaporates completely.
6.Add a ladleful of simmering stock and stir until the rice has absorbed it. Continue adding the stock, stirring well and waiting until each addition has been absorbed before adding the next.
7.Continue until the rice is nearly cooked, which will take about 20 minutes. The grains should remain firm and slightly al dente.
8.Stir in the grated beetroot and continue to cook until the rice is done, adding extra stock if required.
9.Remove the pan from the heat and crumble in the goat cheese while stirring.
10.Serve with the chopped walnuts and topped with wild rocket leaves.

PROS

The Beetroot Risotto with Goats’ Cheese & Walnuts is a deliciously healthy meal that is full of flavour and nutrition.

The ingredients used in this recipe are readily available in any pantry.

The dish is suitable for a vegetarian diet.

CONS

The recipe may take a bit of time to prepare due to the need to simmer the vegetable stock.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This tasty dish is an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber.
Beets are known for their numerous health benefits, such as reducing the risk of heart disease, lowering blood pressure, and improving digestive health.
Walnuts are a fantastic source of omega-3 fatty acids that help reduce inflammation and improve brain function, while goat cheese is low in sodium and calories, which may be suitable for those on a low-fat diet.

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