Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato and Barley Risotto

Health score
16%
Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato and Barley Risotto
290 min.
6
279kcal

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Are you looking for a comforting and nutritious dish that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds? Look no further than this Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato and Barley Risotto! This delightful recipe combines the natural sweetness of vibrant orange sweet potatoes with the nutty flavor of pearl barley, creating a creamy and hearty side dish that is perfect for any occasion.

Not only is this risotto incredibly delicious, but it is also packed with wholesome ingredients. The addition of edamame provides a boost of protein, making it a great option for vegetarians and health-conscious eaters alike. With just a hint of thyme and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, each bite is bursting with flavor, making it a fantastic starter or snack for gatherings with family and friends.

What’s more, this recipe is a breeze to prepare! Simply sauté the onions and garlic, mix everything in your slow cooker, and let it do the work for you. In just under five hours, you’ll have a warm, comforting dish ready to serve. Whether you’re enjoying it as a side dish or as a light meal on its own, this Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato and Barley Risotto is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. So grab your slow cooker and get ready to indulge in this deliciously satisfying dish!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon vegetable oil 
  • 1.5 cups onion sweet chopped (3 medium)
  • medium cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 3.5 cups sweet potatoes and into peeled finely chopped ( 2 medium)
  • 1.3 cups quick-cooking barley uncooked
  • teaspoon thyme leaves dried
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 32 oz vegetable stock (4 cups)
  • cup edamame green frozen shelled thawed () (from 12-oz bag)
  • tablespoons parmesan shredded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • microwave
  • measuring cup
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
  2. Add onion; cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent.
  3. Add garlic; cook, stirring frequently, until softened.
  4. Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In cooker, mix sweet potatoes, barley, thyme, salt and 3 cups of the broth.
  5. Add onion-garlic mixture.
  6. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 to 5 hours.
  7. In 2-cup microwavable measuring cup, microwave remaining 1 cup broth on High 2 to 3 minutes or until boiling. Stir thawed edamame and boiling broth into barley mixture in cooker. Increase heat setting to High; cover and cook 25 to 30 minutes longer or until edamame are tender.
  8. Serve in shallow bowls; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories279kcal
Protein12.2%
Fat8.1%
Carbs79.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.17
Glycemic Load
8.74
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
16.124347905588%

Flavonoids

Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.17mg
Kaempferol
0.47mg
Myricetin
0.5mg
Quercetin
5.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:279.48kcal
13.97%
Fat:2.57g
3.96%
Saturated Fat:0.51g
3.17%
Carbohydrates:56.91g
18.97%
Net Carbohydrates:46.65g
16.96%
Sugar:7.56g
8.4%
Cholesterol:1.13mg
0.38%
Sodium:875.19mg
38.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.71g
17.42%
Vitamin A:11367.35IU
227.35%
Fiber:10.26g
41.06%
Manganese:0.81mg
40.65%
Selenium:16.96µg
24.23%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
17.19%
Copper:0.32mg
16.08%
Potassium:546.67mg
15.62%
Phosphorus:153.56mg
15.36%
Magnesium:57.56mg
14.39%
Iron:2.38mg
13.24%
Vitamin B3:2.42mg
12.12%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.69%
Calcium:87.61mg
8.76%
Zinc:1.24mg
8.28%
Vitamin B5:0.8mg
7.95%
Folate:27.63µg
6.91%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.56%
Vitamin C:4.78mg
5.8%
Vitamin K:3.87µg
3.68%
Vitamin E:0.28mg
1.9%