Prep time:
Cooking time: 1 hour
Total time:
Serves: 4
4 beetroots (peeled or scrubbed)
1 red onion, finely chopped
2tbsp olive oil
300g pearl barley
2tsp dried oregano
150ml dry white wine
1ltr vegetable stock (plus beetroot cooking water)
150g soft goats’ cheese (or feta)
Slices of spring onion to garnish
Pearl barley contains more protein and dietary fibre than risotto rice and makes risotto into a more nutritious meal. The grains are slightly nuttier and more substantial. Boil the beetroot in a small pan of water for 10-15 mins until soft. Drain (reserving cooking water) cool, then roughly chop into 1cm pieces. Gently sauté the … Continue reading "Fresh Fix: Beetroot & Pearl Barley Risotto"
Pearl barley contains more protein and dietary fibre than risotto rice and makes risotto into a more nutritious meal. The grains are slightly nuttier and more substantial.
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