SUMMER MILLET RISOTTO

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Provided by Barbara Kafka

Categories     side dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup olive oil
1 medium-size onion, minced
2 medium-size garlic cloves, smashed, peeled and minced
2 cups millet
5 cups chicken broth, or vegetarian broth (see Micro-Tip)
2 small zucchini, cut in 1/4-inch dice
2 medium-size red bell peppers, cored, deribbed and cut in 1/4-inch dice
2 cups loosely packed basil leaves, chopped
3/4 cup pine nuts
2 teaspoons kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

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

Dee dasilva Mathenjwa
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I was disappointed with this summer millet risotto. The flavors were muted and the millet was undercooked. I think it could have benefited from more seasoning and a longer cooking time. Overall, it was a miss for me.


Byron Oyango
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This summer millet risotto was a delightful and easy-to-make dish. I loved the combination of sweet corn, tomatoes, and basil. The millet was cooked perfectly and had a nice chewy texture. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Lindokuhle Vilakazi
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I found this risotto to be a bit bland. The flavors weren't as vibrant as I had hoped, and the millet was a bit too chewy for my liking. I think it could have benefited from some additional herbs or spices. Overall, it was an okay dish, but I probabl


safir ullah
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This risotto was a hit with my family! The kids loved the sweet corn and tomatoes, and the adults appreciated the nutty flavor of the millet. It's a great way to use up fresh summer produce, and it's also a relatively healthy dish. I'll definitely be


Jessie Lumsden
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I was pleasantly surprised by this summer millet risotto. I'm not usually a fan of millet, but the combination of flavors and textures in this dish really won me over. The millet had a nice chewy texture, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I e


Noor Kaka
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This risotto was delicious! The millet was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were so flavorful. I loved the combination of sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, and fresh basil. It's a great way to use up fresh summer produce and it's also a healthy and sati


Jahangir Alam Akash
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This summer millet risotto was a bit of a disappointment. The millet was undercooked and the vegetables were bland. I think it could have benefited from more seasoning and a longer cooking time. Overall, it was a miss for me.


Goma John
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I'm not a big fan of millet, but I was pleasantly surprised by this risotto. The millet was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were delicious. The flavors were well-balanced and the dish was very satisfying. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ricardo Debruyn
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This risotto was amazing! The millet was cooked to perfection and the vegetables were so flavorful. I loved the pop of sweetness from the corn and the tanginess from the tomatoes. The basil added a nice freshness to the dish. I'll definitely be makin


Rahid Rahid
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This summer millet risotto was a delightful dish! The creamy millet, sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, and fresh basil came together perfectly. It's a great way to use up fresh summer produce and it's also a healthy and satisfying meal. I highly recommend


Aun Alvi
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I was disappointed with this summer millet risotto. The flavors were muted and the millet was undercooked. I think it could have benefited from more seasoning and a longer cooking time. Overall, it was a miss for me.


Sita Aaryal
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This summer millet risotto was a delicious and easy-to-make dish. I loved the combination of sweet corn, tomatoes, and basil. The millet was cooked perfectly and had a nice chewy texture. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Elaine Edwards
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I found this risotto to be a bit bland. The flavors weren't as vibrant as I had hoped, and the millet was a bit too chewy for my liking. I think it could have benefited from some additional herbs or spices. Overall, it was an okay dish, but I probabl


Fakhir Waqar
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This risotto was a hit with my family! The kids loved the sweet corn and tomatoes, and the adults appreciated the nutty flavor of the millet. It's a great way to use up fresh summer produce, and it's also a relatively healthy dish. I'll definitely be


Kashi 520
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I was pleasantly surprised by this summer millet risotto. I'm not usually a fan of millet, but the combination of flavors and textures in this dish really won me over. The millet had a nice chewy texture, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I e


YSL BADAZZ
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I'm always looking for new ways to incorporate millet into my diet, and this recipe definitely delivered! The millet risotto turned out creamy and flavorful, with a lovely nutty undertone. The addition of fresh summer vegetables like corn and tomatoe


Daniel Deleon
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This summer millet risotto was a delightful dish! The combination of sweet corn, tangy tomatoes, and creamy millet created a harmonious flavor profile that tantalized my taste buds. The texture was also spot-on – the millet had a slight chewiness tha