Easy Butternut Squash Risotto
Easy Butternut Squash Risotto is a gluten free side dish. One portion of this dish contains about 11g of protein, 8g of fat, and a total of 350 calories. This recipe serves 4. This recipe is typical of Mediterranean cuisine. Head to the store and pick up pepper, microwaveable brown rice, butternut squash, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes.
Instructions
Cut squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and stringy flesh.
Place the squash halves, cut sides down, on plastic wrap in microwave. Cook on HIGH 10 minutes or until cooked through. Scoop flesh into medium bowl, stir until smooth, and set aside.
Microwave rice according to package directions, omitting butter.
Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add shallot and optional ginger; cook 2 minutes, stirring.
Alternately stir in squash and broth, 1/2 cup at a time; wait until each is absorbed before adding more.
Remove from heat; stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
Serve in bowls; garnish with cheese, if desired.