Hey foodies, are you running out of some healthy food options? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back. Now you can enjoy your journey to become healthy with our delicious Risotto Millet recipe we are going to make. The goodness of some simple ingredients such as millet and red cabbage gives this recipe an incredible flavour and taste. Also, if you think a healthy risotto dish is not a thing, well, you betcha! This recipe is super easy to make, it’s delicious, and it’s healthy.
Ingredients
- Red cabbage – 1 ½ cup (shredded)
- Cold pressed coconut oil – ½ tablespoon
- Garlic – ½ tablespoon
- Salt – ½ teaspoon
- Oregano – 1 teaspoon
- Chilli flakes – 1 teaspoon
- Water – ½ cup
Preparation time: 10–15 minutes
Instructions
Did you take a look at the ingredients? It is something one can find easily in their local grocery store. This recipe tastes absolutely delicious when you make it in the right manner. Below are some easy instructions that will help you make this delicious recipe of Risotto Millet.
- Take a blender and add shredded cabbage to it
- Add some water
- Blend well into a fine puree
- Now, take a pan and add some oil
- Add some garlic to it
- Saute it until it is golden brown
- Add the puree to the pan
- Add salt and mix everything together
- Let it simmer until the sauce thickens
- Add some oregano and chilli flakes
- Add cooked millet
- The millet should be soaked overnight then drain the water
- To cook one cup of millet, you should use twice the amount of water I,e., 2 cups of water
- Mix everything together
- Serve it in a cute bowl
- Top it with some basil leaves
And voila your dish is ready to devour.
Benefits
Like every other recipe we share in our blog. This recipe of risotto millet is an extremely healthy meal option you can easily make at your home. The ingredients we have used in this recipe are extremely healthy. So let’s take a look at some of the health benefits of these ingredients.
Millet: This grain is probably one of the best options for people who avoid gluten. Millet is rich in complex carbohydrates, thus giving you the energy you need to get through the day. Being rich in both soluble and insoluble fiber, it supports your gut health and prevents colon cancer. It is also rich in vitamins A and B, along with some essential minerals. It contains potassium, which supports your heart and kidney health.
Red cabbage: Red cabbage is very low in calories and therefore great for weight loss. It is rich in vitamins A, K, and B6 along with some minerals such as magnesium, phosphorus, calcium, etc. It is rich in antioxidants which aid in fighting inflammation and preventing cancer. Since it also contains anthocyanin, which is a flavonoid antioxidant, it protects your heart health.
Garlic: It is infamous for its antibiotic properties. It is known to reduce the bad cholesterol level in the body, which further prevents any risk of a heart attack. Garlic is rich in sulphur compounds, which possess anti-cancerous properties. It also supports your bone health and combats any viral or bacterial infection in the body.
This recipe of Risotto Millet is extremely healthy and delightful for your taste buds. You can have it for lunch or dinner as well. So, if you want to impress someone with your culinary skills, try this recipe and prepare to be showered with compliments.
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