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Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto

Creamy Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto for Cozy Nights

A creamy Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto that offers a hearty and flavorful meal, perfect for cozy nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups edamame frozen, cooked according to package instructions
  • 1 cup corn fresh or frozen
  • 1 medium red bell pepper chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 medium red onion chop based on taste
  • 2 stalks green onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped, can substitute with parsley
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice fresh
  • 1/4 cup avocado oil or olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red apple vinegar can substitute with mild vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or agave for vegan option
  • to taste sea salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cumin just a pinch

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Mason jar

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the edamame by bringing a pot of water to a boil, adding frozen edamame, and cooking for 4-5 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Sauté the corn in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
  3. Chop the red bell pepper, red onion, and green onion, and combine with the cooked edamame and corn in a large bowl.
  4. In a mason jar or bowl, mix lime juice, avocado oil, red apple vinegar, chopped cilantro, honey, sea salt, black pepper, and cumin. Whisk or shake until combined.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until all ingredients are coated.
  6. Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, use fresh ingredients. This salad can be made a day ahead, but add dressing just before serving for freshness.

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