Hands-off Risotto With Zucchini Recipe

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Hands-off Risotto With Zucchini
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Directions:

  1. Cut zucchini in half lengthwise; cut each half into 1/4-inch slices.
  2. Microwave broth in a 2-qt. microwave-safe bowl at HIGH 6 to 7 minutes or until very hot.
  3. Melt butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat; add onion, and sauté 4 to 5 minutes or until tender. Stir in rice, and cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes. Stir in hot broth, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 10 minutes. Stir in zucchini and carrots. Cover and cook 10 to 12 more minutes or until rice is tender. Stir in cheese and next 3 ingredients, stirring until cheese is melted. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 10 to 12 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Garnish, if desired.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 861.95 Kcal (3609 kJ)
Calories from fat 278.44 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 30.94g 48%
Cholesterol 93.96mg 31%
Sodium 5052.63mg 211%
Potassium 3907.07mg 83%
Total Carbs 106.77g 36%
Sugars 14.59g 58%
Dietary Fiber 14.06g 56%
Protein 32g 64%
Vitamin C 268.6mg 448%
Vitamin A 2.1mg 70%
Iron 8.9mg 49%
Calcium 629.8mg 63%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 36.99 Kcal (155 kJ)
Calories from fat 11.95 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.33g 48%
Cholesterol 4.03mg 31%
Sodium 216.84mg 211%
Potassium 167.68mg 83%
Total Carbs 4.58g 36%
Sugars 0.63g 58%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g 56%
Protein 1.37g 64%
Vitamin C 11.5mg 448%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 70%
Iron 0.4mg 49%
Calcium 27mg 63%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 19
    Points
  • 21
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low calorie,
  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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