Squash and Spinach Risotto
Butternut Squash and Spinach Risotto
A big boost of a tasty dish for kids on the run that is fast and is great re-heated for anyone's supper later. Butternut Squash has lots of folate, along with spinach so great for pregnant mummas too. Good for insulin regulating and tons of Vit C, magnesium and carotenoids it's tasty and fabulous for you. Spinach gives another level of bone and blood healthy goodness.
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Onion thinly sliced
- 2 Carrots finely diced
- 2 Celery Stalks finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed and chopped
- 300g Arborio Risotto Rice
- 350g (about half) a small butternut squash in 5cm dice
- 300 ml chicken (or vegetable) stock
- 150 ml white wine
- 1 tbsp tomato puree
- 100g Spinach finely sliced into ribbons
- Handful fresh parsley finely chopped
- 100g parmesan (mascarpone dollop optional)
- Sea Salt and pepper to taste