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Farro and Chickpea Risotto


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  • Author: Shuchi Mittal
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 2
  • Diet: Omnivore, Vegetarian

Description

Hearty and flavorful, this vibrant farro risotto is packed with veggies and warming spices. A quick weeknight meal thats full of flavor.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 cups (237 ml) chickpea curry
  • 1/2 cups (118 ml) Farro
  • 1 cups (237 ml) mixed vegetables
  • 1/2 cups (118 ml) spinach leaves
  • 2 teaspoons fresh coriander
  • 3/4 cups (178 ml) low sodium vegetable stock
  • 1 teaspoon light olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt
  • pepper

Instructions

  1. Mix the farro with the stock and bring to a boil.
  2. Once it’s half cooked (about 5-6 minutes), reduce to a simmer and add the chickpea curry. Let it cook on medium heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has been absorbed by the farro. Once done, remove from heat, cover, and leave for another 5-6 minutes.
  3. Heat oil in a nonstick skillet.
  4. Add the cup of vegetables, along with the dry spices, and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until they just begin to brown.
  5. Stir in the cooked chickpea farro and stir again.
  6. Add the spinach leaves and sauté until they are wilted.
  7. Garnish with chopped coriander and serve hot.

Notes

  • To ensure the farro cooks evenly, rinse it thoroughly before adding to the vegetable stock.
  • For a creamier risotto, stir in a tablespoon of vegan butter or coconut cream at the end.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Italian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 400
  • Fat: 15
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Carbohydrates: 60
  • Fiber: 10
  • Protein: 15