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Freekeh Spinach Risotto

Raisa C. Nutritionist

Try this rice-free risotto that’s rich in fiber and just as creamy! Surprise your taste buds with something that’s different and less time-consuming to prepare!

Total Time
40 min
Difficulty Level
Medium
Serves
N/A
Overnight
No
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Ingredients:


  • 1 1/2 cup of freekeh
  • 2 tsp of olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella
  • 200 grams of fresh spinach
  • 1 1/2 cup of almond milk (make your own by soaking almonds)
  • 1 1/2 tbsp of tapioca flour(or other flour to thicken sauce)
  • 1 tsp of salt
  • 1 tsp of black pepper

Directions:


  1. Using low heat, cook spinach in a covered pan without water until it turns bright green (about 2 minutes). Drain and set aside.
  2. In a separate bowl mix almond milk, tapioca flour, shredded mozzarella, garlic cloves, salt and pepper.
  3. In a medium pan, cook freekeh in 4 cups of water: bring to boil, reduce heat, cover pan, and let simmer until water is absorbed.
  4. Add the almond milk mix and spinach in pan with cooked freekeh and stir until the spinach is incorporated and cheese melts.
  5. Adjust salt, pepper and other spices if needed.
  6. Turn off heat, add olive oil and serve while still hot.
  7. Bon Appetit!

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