With the warm weather and abundance of fresh produce, summer is the perfect time to enjoy a light and flavorful risotto dish. Summer millet risotto is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer meal. Millet is a gluten-free grain that is high in protein and fiber, and it has a slightly nutty flavor that pairs well with the other ingredients in this dish. The addition of fresh summer vegetables, such as zucchini, corn, and tomatoes, makes this risotto a colorful and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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SUMMER RISOTTO
My mom always made this hearty dish to use up late summer garden vegetables. Often, I'll add sautéed mushrooms and serve it as an entrée with crusty bread and a salad.-Shirley Hodge, Bangor, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 55m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat broth and keep warm. In a large skillet, saute onion in oil and butter until tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until lightly browned. Stir in 1 cup warm broth. Cook and stir until all of the liquid is absorbed., Add remaining broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly. Allow the liquid to be absorbed between additions. Cook until risotto is creamy and rice is almost tender (total cooking time will be about 20 minutes)., Add the tomatoes, corn, feta cheese, herbs, salt and pepper; heat through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 366mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
SUMMER RISOTTO
A deliciously creamy summer risotto packed full of veg and seasonal flavours. Not too rich, this is the ideal summer main course
Provided by Barney Desmazery
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Starter, Supper
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Simmer the stock for 10 minutes with the asparagus trimmings and pea pods; these will intensify the flavour. Strain into a jug.
- While the stock is simmering, heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a wide, shallow pan. Tip in the onion and fry gently for 5-6 minutes, stirring, until it is soft but not coloured. Add the rice and continue to stir and cook for 1-2 minutes until the grains become see-through at the edges and begin to make 'clicking' noises.
- Add the wine (it should bubble and evaporate), then 50ml/2fl oz of the stock. Stir well and simmer gently until all the liquid has been absorbed. Now pour in another 50ml/2fl oz stock and stir again. Continue adding the stock and stirring. After about 7 minutes, when half the stock has been added, swirl in the asparagus and peas. Carry on adding stock in small amounts until it has been absorbed; this will take about 10 more minutes. Now the risotto should be a little wet and sloppy and the rice tender with a nutty bite.
- Turn off the heat, then gently stir in the grated Parmesan, taste and season. You may need only a little black pepper as the Parmesan and stock are both salty. Spoon the risotto on to a plate, top with the rocket, drizzle with the remaining olive oil and scatter with Parmesan shavings. Pour yourself a glass of wine and enjoy your meal.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 674 calories, Fat 28 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 83 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 21 grams protein, Sodium 1.78 milligram of sodium
SUMMER MILLET RISOTTO
Steps:
- Place oil in an oval dish, 14 by 9 by 2 inches. Cook, uncovered, at 100 percent in a high-power oven for 2 minutes. Stir in onion and garlic. Cook for 4 minutes.
- Stir in millet and broth. Cook for 20 minutes. Stir in zucchini and peppers. Cook for 21 minutes. Stir in basil and pine nuts. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Remove from oven. Stir in salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 280, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 334 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
SUMMERTIME RISOTTO
Steps:
- Tomatoes
- Heat oven to 250°F. Gently toss tomatoes in 2 tsp oil with a pinch of salt and pepper. Bake on a nonstick baking sheet 1 hour. Puree tomatoes in a blender with lemon juice and 1 tbsp oil. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside to cool.
- Zucchini
- Heat 1 tsp oil on medium heat in a medium pan. Cook garlic and half the onion until translucent; add zucchini and cook 5 minutes.
- Risotto
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a medium pot on medium heat and sauté remaining onion until translucent. Add rice and cook 2 minutes. Gradually pour in wine, stirring until rice absorbs wine. Add broth 1 cup at a time until absorbed, stirring continually for 20 minutes or until rice is tender (add more broth if necessary). Once rice is cooked, stir in tomato puree, butter and cheese. Set aside.
- Scallops
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a small pan. Salt and pepper scallops and cook both sides until lightly browned. Add tomatoes and sauté 5 minutes. Spoon risotto on plate and top with scallops, tomatoes and parsley.
END OF SUMMER CORN RISOTTO RECIPE BY TASTY
What's better than summer corn at its peak? Try adding it to creamy risotto and you'll be blown away. Creamy herb cheese is stirred in at the end to add richness and flavor. It's simple, comes together quickly, and is an amazing side or even main dish for those cool summer nights.
Provided by Kelly Paige
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut the corn kernels from the cobs.
- Add the corn cobs to a large pot with the chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat.
- Melt the butter in a large, high-walled skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and season with salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the rice and stir until fully combined. Let the rice toast for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Add the white wine and cook until evaporated about 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add 1 cup of the hot stock and stir to combine. Cook, stirring frequently, until the stock is fully absorbed, about 3 to 4 minutes. Continue adding the stock, ½ cup at a time, stirring continuously, until the rice is al dente about 15 to 20 minutes..
- Add the corn kernels and another ½ cup stock. Continue to cook, adding more stock as needed, until rice is tender and corn is cooked, about 10 to 15 minutes. You may have some leftover stock.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the soft herb cheese. Season with black pepper and more salt to taste.
- Garnish with basil, shaved Parmesan, and more black pepper.
- Enjoy!
MILLET-VEGETABLE-RISOTTO
This is a very healthy yet tasty variation of the traditional risotto and its also much quicker in preparation. =)
Provided by Lalaloula
Categories Grains
Time 35m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Wash and prepare the vegetables and dice them.
- Give a little bit of oil into a heavy pot and steam the vegetables in that until firm to the bite.
- Add the broth and the millet. On medium heat allow the millet to soak up the broth (for about 15 minutes).
- Top with desired topping and serve.
Tips:
- Choose the right millet: For this recipe, it's best to use hulled millet, which has the outer hull removed. This type of millet cooks more quickly and has a lighter texture than whole millet.
- Rinse the millet before cooking: This helps to remove any dirt or debris from the millet. You can rinse it in a fine-mesh sieve under cold water.
- Toast the millet before cooking: Toasting the millet in a little olive oil before cooking helps to bring out its nutty flavor and aroma.
- Use a flavorful broth: The broth you use to cook the millet will greatly impact the flavor of the risotto. Use a broth that you enjoy the taste of, such as vegetable broth, chicken broth, or mushroom broth.
- Add vegetables and herbs: Vegetables and herbs add flavor, texture, and color to the risotto. Some good options include zucchini, bell peppers, carrots, peas, corn, basil, and oregano.
- Cook the risotto slowly and stir frequently: Risotto takes time to cook, so be patient. Stir the risotto frequently to prevent it from sticking to the pot and to help the grains absorb the liquid evenly.
- Add cheese and butter at the end: Once the risotto is cooked, stir in some grated Parmesan cheese and a knob of butter to add richness and creaminess.
Conclusion:
Summer millet risotto is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It's perfect for using up fresh summer vegetables and herbs. With its nutty flavor and creamy texture, millet risotto is a satisfying and healthy meal that everyone will love.
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