Risotto with Arugula and Toasted Garlic

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
30%
Risotto with Arugula and Toasted Garlic
45 min.
4
374kcal

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Looking for a quick, flavorful, and surprisingly healthy side dish that's even gluten-free and dairy-free? Let me introduce you to Risotto with Arugula and Toasted Garlic! This recipe brings together the creamy comfort of risotto with the peppery bite of fresh arugula and the aromatic crunch of perfectly toasted garlic. It's an absolute win-win!

In just 45 minutes, you can have a restaurant-quality dish that's perfect as an antipasti, a sophisticated snack, or a delightful starter. The nutty Arborio rice cooks to that perfect al dente texture, soaking up a delicate broth infused with a touch of dry white wine that elevates all the flavors. And let's talk about that garlic! We're not just throwing it in; we're lovingly toasting it in olive oil until it's golden brown and irresistibly fragrant.

The best part? This recipe is incredibly versatile. Whether you are vegetarian, someone with gluten intolerance or someone who has dairy allergy, this can be a great option for you and your loved ones. This risotto is relatively low in calories(374 kcal) and easy to make. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to experience a burst of fresh, savory goodness in every bite!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups arborio rice uncooked
  • cups arugula trimmed
  • 0.5 cup cooking wine dry white
  •  garlic cloves thinly sliced
  • 3.5 cups low-salt chicken broth 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Bring broth to a simmer in a small saucepan (do not boil). Keep broth warm over low heat.
  2. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Add garlic; saut 3 minutes or until lightly browned.
  4. Remove garlic with a slotted spoon; set aside.
  5. Add rice and onion to pan; saut 5 minutes.
  6. Add wine, salt, and pepper; cook 1 minute or until wine is nearly absorbed, stirring constantly.
  7. Add warm broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly until each portion of broth is absorbed before adding the next (about 20 minutes total).
  8. Remove from heat; stir in garlic and arugula.

Nutrition Facts

Calories374kcal
Protein11.29%
Fat13.56%
Carbs75.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
54.5
Glycemic Load
47.84
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
15.135217438573%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.02mg
Catechin
0.23mg
Epicatechin
0.17mg
Hesperetin
0.12mg
Naringenin
0.11mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.86mg
Kaempferol
7.12mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
5.7mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:373.75kcal
18.69%
Fat:5.3g
8.15%
Saturated Fat:0.99g
6.17%
Carbohydrates:66.04g
22.01%
Net Carbohydrates:63.2g
22.98%
Sugar:1.84g
2.04%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:216.22mg
9.4%
Alcohol:3.09g
100%
Alcohol %:1.09%
100%
Protein:9.92g
19.84%
Folate:196.84µg
49.21%
Manganese:0.96mg
47.84%
Vitamin B3:6.05mg
30.24%
Vitamin B1:0.45mg
29.86%
Vitamin K:24.35µg
23.19%
Iron:4.09mg
22.74%
Selenium:11.84µg
16.92%
Phosphorus:158.44mg
15.84%
Copper:0.3mg
14.78%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.54%
Fiber:2.84g
11.36%
Vitamin B5:1.11mg
11.06%
Potassium:369.64mg
10.56%
Vitamin A:475.89IU
9.52%
Magnesium:34.49mg
8.62%
Zinc:1.22mg
8.16%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.51%
Vitamin C:5.18mg
6.28%
Calcium:54.56mg
5.46%
Vitamin E:0.6mg
3.98%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.44%
Source:My Recipes