Directions:
- Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a 2 quart saucepan over low heat.
- Add in the onion and saute slowly until soft.
- Add in the zucchini and garlic, briefly saute over medium heat until the garlic gives off it aroma.
- Heat the broth in another pan until it is very hot; turn off the heat, but keep the broth hot.
- Add the rice to the zucchini mixture and, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, saute until the rice is opaque and makes a clicking sound against the metal of the saucepan, approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Add the hot broth to the rice one ladleful at a time, stirring frequently.
- The rice should cook very slowly over low heat.
- Wait until the liquid is absorbed before adding the next ladleful of broth.
- Midway in the cooking time, add the basil and salt and pepper to taste.
- When the risotto is al dente, add the mozzarella, the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, and the parmesan cheese.
- Turn off the heat and stir vigorously until all the oil and cheese are absorbed; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 487.98 Kcal (2043 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 162.12 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 18.01g | 28% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 10.74mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 1154.94mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 254.79mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbs | 56.79g | 19% | |
| Sugars | 0.65g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.42g | 6% | |
| Protein | 15.02g | 30% | |
| Vitamin C | 18.8mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 294mg | 29% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 131.75 Kcal (552 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 43.77 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 4.86g | 28% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 2.9mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 311.82mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 68.79mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbs | 15.33g | 19% | |
| Sugars | 0.18g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.38g | 6% | |
| Protein | 4.05g | 30% | |
| Vitamin C | 5.1mg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 79.4mg | 29% | |
* 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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