Easy Lemon Risotto With Peas Recipe

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Easy Lemon Risotto With Peas
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Directions:

  1. Heat the oil over medium heat in a skillet (one that has a tight-fitting lid).
  2. Saute the onion for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the garlic and sautee for one minute (don't let it start to brown, just become fragrant).
  4. Add in the Arborio rice and stir for one minute until coated with oil.
  5. Add in the veggie broth and bring to a boil.
  6. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  7. Stir in frozen peas. If the rice is drying out, add a little water.
  8. Cover and return to low heat for 5 more minutes or until all of the liquid is absorbed, the rice is tender and the peas are heated through.
  9. Add Parmesan cheese, juice of one lemon, parsley, and salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Top with lemon zest and serve.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 420.62 Kcal (1761 kJ)
Calories from fat 122.8 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13.64g 21%
Cholesterol 6.73mg 2%
Sodium 772.88mg 32%
Potassium 297.31mg 6%
Total Carbs 60.55g 20%
Sugars 3.87g 15%
Dietary Fiber 3.69g 15%
Protein 10.44g 21%
Vitamin C 15mg 25%
Iron 2mg 11%
Calcium 109.3mg 11%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 170.81 Kcal (715 kJ)
Calories from fat 49.87 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.54g 21%
Cholesterol 2.73mg 2%
Sodium 313.86mg 32%
Potassium 120.74mg 6%
Total Carbs 24.59g 20%
Sugars 1.57g 15%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g 15%
Protein 4.24g 21%
Vitamin C 6.1mg 25%
Iron 0.8mg 11%
Calcium 44.4mg 11%

* 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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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 8.8
    Points
  • 11
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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