ITALIAN BLACK BEAN & ZUCCHINI RISOTTO

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Make and share this Italian Black Bean & Zucchini Risotto recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     White Rice

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups long-grain white rice or 2 cups arborio rice
1/4 teaspoon salt
15 ounces black beans, rinsed and drained
2 small zucchini, thinly sliced
1 cup prepared chunky salsa
1 1/2 cups shredded low-fat cheddar cheese, divided
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
light sour cream (optional)
chopped green onion (optional)

Steps:

  • In large deep skillet over medium heat, heat oil.
  • Add rice; stir to coat with oil.
  • Stir in 4 cups water and salt; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer about 15 to 18 minutes, until most of the liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir black beans, zucchini, salsa, 1 cup cheese and cilantro into rice mixture.
  • Cover; cook about 8 minutes, until zucchini is tender.
  • Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Remove from heat, cover and let stand 4 minutes, until cheese is melted.
  • Serve with sour cream and green onions.

Joseph Ehimare
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This risotto is a great dish to serve for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Ram Karki
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I'm new to cooking risotto, but this recipe was easy to follow and the risotto turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making it again.


artists tatyana
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover black beans. I also added some chopped bell pepper and it turned out great.


Myron Fuentes
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I'm not a big fan of risotto, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The flavors were well-balanced and the risotto was cooked perfectly.


Muhammed aminat
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This risotto is a great make-ahead meal. I made it on the weekend and then reheated it for dinner during the week.


Bruce Teague
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to serve for a crowd.


Abigeal Ogunyemi
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This risotto is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the zucchini and the black beans.


twomanywalls
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this meatless risotto. The black beans and zucchini gave it a hearty and satisfying flavor.


Casandra picazo
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This risotto is a great way to use up leftover zucchini. I also added some chopped spinach and it turned out great.


Ghulam Qader Chohan
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavors and the creamy texture of the risotto.


MD:FOGOR AILL
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This recipe was easy to follow and the risotto turned out perfectly. I loved the addition of the black beans and zucchini.


Shafqat Faraz
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Yum! This recipe is a keeper.


Matthew Devlin
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This risotto was delicious! I will definitely be making it again.


Dee Veremu
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of black beans, zucchini, and sun-dried tomatoes.


Amberina Lewis
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's a healthy and satisfying meal.


NAYIKOOLA PEACE
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I'm not a big fan of zucchini, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The flavors were well-balanced and the risotto was cooked perfectly.


Zahid Nisar
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious! I used a vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and it turned out great.


Gf Yt
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I made this risotto last night and it was a hit! My family loved the combination of flavors and textures. The zucchini added a nice freshness and the black beans gave it a hearty boost. I'll definitely be making this again.


emaily guy2005
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This Italian black bean zucchini risotto was a delightful dish! The flavors of the black beans, zucchini, and sun-dried tomatoes blended perfectly, and the creamy risotto was cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who enjoys I