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Barley Risotto With Asparagus and Lemon Recipe

Barley Risotto With Asparagus and Lemon Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 lb asparagus
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cups leeks, thinly sliced (white and green parts )
1 cup pearl barley
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 tsp salt
3 tbsp parmesan cheese, grated (plus 4 tbsp. to sprinkle over each serving)
1 tsp lemon zest, grated
1 tsp fresh lemon juice (to taste)
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced
1/8 tsp fresh ground pepper

Directions:

Prepare a bowl of ice water. Trim and discard the stems of the asparagus (or save those ends for veggie broth). Cut the asparagus into 1-inch lengths. Set the tips aside. Place the sliced stems into a microwave-safe bowl with a cover. Microwave on high until the asparagus is bright green and just tender, about 2 minutes. Immediately plunge the asparagus into ice water to stop cooking. When cool, drain, and set aside with the tips.
In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add leeks and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the barley and stir to coat with oil. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes. Stir in the wine and cook until it is absorbed. Stir in 2 cups of water and bring to a simmer. Cover and simmer very gently until the water is absorbed and the barley is tender (35-45 minutes). If the water is absorbed but the barley is not yet tender, stir in up to 1 cup water, cover, and cook until absorbed.
Stir in the reserved asparagus and salt. For the next 5 to 10 minutes, gradually stir in 1 cup of water. The barley should be creamy and tender. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in 3 tablespoons Parmesan, lemon zest, lemon juice, mint leaves and pepper. Add more lemon juice and pepper to taste. Divide the barley among four bowls.
Sprinkle 1 teaspoon Parmesan over each bowl and serve. Makes four servings.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	294.68 Kcal (1234 kJ)
Calories from fat	49.59 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.51g	8%
Cholesterol	3.3mg	1%
Sodium	370.64mg	15%
Potassium	629.23mg	13%
Total Carbs	46.99g	16%
Sugars	4.88g	20%
Dietary Fiber	12.47g	50%
Protein	10.11g	20%
Vitamin C	17.1mg	28%
Vitamin A	0.7mg	25%
Iron	93.8mg	521%
Calcium	143mg	14%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	113.95 Kcal (477 kJ)
Calories from fat	19.17 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	2.13g	8%
Cholesterol	1.28mg	1%
Sodium	143.32mg	15%
Potassium	243.31mg	13%
Total Carbs	18.17g	16%
Sugars	1.89g	20%
Dietary Fiber	4.82g	50%
Protein	3.91g	20%
Vitamin C	6.6mg	28%
Vitamin A	0.3mg	25%
Iron	36.3mg	521%
Calcium	55.3mg	14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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