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Butternut squash risotto

Butternut Squash Risotto

Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine Gluten Free

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups arborio rice
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 carton broth chicken or vegetable works
  • 1 medium butternut squash
  • turmeric
  • olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Dice a butternut squash into small cubes and add to a pan on medium heat with some olive oil and 1 cup of broth. Cover and let simmer.
  • Once the butternut squash begins to soften, add in 1/4 cup coconut milk and turmeric to taste.
  • As it simmers, add in one cup of arborio rice.
  • Stir until the liquid has been absorbed and then add another cup of broth/another 1/4c coconut milk.
  • Lower temperature to low heat and continue to stir and repeat this process until rice has softened into a risotto. To make a larger portion, add another cup of rice and continue process.
  • The meal is finished when the rice is fully cooked/softened and the risotto is creamy. Optional: add cheese of choice and a pinch of curry powder. To make vegan, omit.
  • Garnish with oregano, black pepper, and flaky sea salt.
Keyword gluten free