Lemon and Eggplant Risotto

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 13
Lemon and Eggplant Risotto recipe for a healthy yet delicious meal
in Risotto

Prep

15 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 medium eggplants
1/2 cup olive oil plus 1 tablespoon olive oil ( divided )
1 medium onion , finely chopped
2 garlic cloves , crushed
7 ounces good quality risotto rice ( arborio rice )
1/2 cup white wine ( like Sauvignon Blanco )
3 1/4 cups hot vegetable stock
1 lemon , zest of , grated
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese ( plus more for garnish )
1/2 cup basil leaves , shredded
coarse sea salt and black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
519
Sugar
5g
Fat
38g
Lemon and eggplant risotto is a mouth-watering, Italian classic dish that combines the nutritious eggplant with the tangy flavor of lemon. It is a hearty and wholesome meal that can be enjoyed any time, day, or season.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
2.Cut the eggplants into small pieces and toss them in 1/2 cup of olive oil.
3.Place the eggplant pieces onto a lined baking tray and sprinkle some salt and pepper
4.Bake for 30 minutes until the eggplants are golden brown.
5.In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and sauté the onions and garlic until they are soft.
6.Add the rice, stirring constantly, until it is translucent.
7.Pour in the white wine and let it reduce.
8.Add the vegetable stock, one ladle at a time, waiting for it to be absorbed before adding the next one. Keep stirring.
9.Once the rice is cooked al dente, add the baked eggplants, lemon zest, lemon juice, butter, parmesan cheese, and basil leaves, stirring well until everything is incorporated.
10.Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the risotto with extra parmesan cheese on top.

PROS

This eggplant risotto is rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants due to eggplant’s nutritional value.

Lemon adds a tangy, refreshing flavor to the dish.

CONS

Though risotto is a great source of energy, this recipe contains an excessive amount of calories and needs to be eaten in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggplants are incredibly low in calories but high in fiber and nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin K, iron, and potassium.
Additionally, studies have shown that the anthocyanins found in eggplants can lower insulin resistance, reducing the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and heart disease.

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