This Italian dish is a combination of beetroot, feta and risotto that makes a simple yet delicious meal.
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Beetroot, also known as beets, contain essential vitamins and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, calcium, vitamin C, folate and iron. These nutrients work together to promote a healthy heart and strong immune system.
This Italian dish is a combination of beetroot, feta and risotto that makes a simple yet delicious meal. The brightness of the beetroot and the complexity of the feta make this dish a standout. The creamy risotto gives it a lovely texture that is sure to please. It is the perfect comfort food to enjoy during any time of the day.
Ingredients
- 2 large beetroots, peeled and cut into cubes
- 125g feta, crumbled
- 2 tbsp of olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
- 300g risotto rice e.g. Arborio
- 100ml white wine
- 1 litre chicken or vegetable stock, hot
- 50g parmesan cheese, grated
- A good pinch of freshly ground black pepper
- A good handful of fresh chopped parsley
Steps
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over a low to medium heat. Add the onion and garlic clove and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the risotto rice and stir to coat and cook for a further 2 minutes.
- Pour in the white wine and mix until it is fully absorbed.
- Turn up the heat to medium and start adding the hot stock, one ladleful at a time.
- Once the liquid is absorbed, add the next ladle of stock.
- Repeat this process until all the stock is used and the rice is cooked.
- Stir in the beetroot and feta, mix until it is all combined.
- Season with black pepper, add the parmesan cheese, the freshly chopped parsley and mix it all together.
- Turn off the heat, cover the pan with a lid and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Serve the Beetroot & Feta Risotto!
Add some extra love
To ensure the dish has a creamy texture, cook the risotto gently over a medium to low heat. This will help prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
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