Lemon Parmesan Risotto Balls Recipe

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Lemon Parmesan Risotto Balls
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  1. RISOTTO:.
  2. Heat the vegetable stock in a pot next to the risotto pot, keep ladle in it to use.
  3. Saute the onion in the olive oil until wilted, add the garlic and cook for another minute or so.
  4. Add in the Arborio rice and saute for a few minutes, making sure all the rice pieces are toasted slightly.
  5. Add in just enough stock to cover the rice and stir frequently.
  6. As the rice absorbs the stock add the remainder of the stock and let the risotto cook through.(16-20 minutes).
  7. If it is not tender add some hot water until the risotto is tender.
  8. When cooked through add in 1/2 of lemon juice, lemon zest, Parmesan, mozzarella and half-and-half and parsley leaves.
  9. Mix thoroughly.
  10. Taste to see if there is enough lemon juice, if not add the remaining amt. Also, check for seasonings; add salt and pepper to taste.
  11. Allow to cool for an hour or so.
  12. FRY THE BALLS:.
  13. Heat the oil to 375F in a large pot.
  14. Place the panko bread crumbs in a shallow dish.
  15. Using a small spoon or small ice cream scooper form the risotto into 1 balls and roll them in the bread crumbs.
  16. Set aside until complete.
  17. Place a few balls in the hot oil at a time.
  18. Cook the balls for 2-3 minutes.
  19. Drain them on paper towels.
  20. Sprinkle with Parmesan and serve.
  21. *Use with a marinara type sauce for dipping.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 368.29 Kcal (1542 kJ)
Calories from fat 85.96 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.55g 15%
Cholesterol 7.94mg 3%
Sodium 6497.6mg 271%
Potassium 217.2mg 5%
Total Carbs 56.66g 19%
Sugars 0.42g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2.02g 8%
Protein 6.07g 12%
Vitamin C 3.5mg 6%
Iron 0.8mg 4%
Calcium 101.5mg 10%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 248.34 Kcal (1040 kJ)
Calories from fat 57.96 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.44g 15%
Cholesterol 5.36mg 3%
Sodium 4381.34mg 271%
Potassium 146.46mg 5%
Total Carbs 38.21g 19%
Sugars 0.28g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1.36g 8%
Protein 4.09g 12%
Vitamin C 2.4mg 6%
Iron 0.5mg 4%
Calcium 68.4mg 10%

* 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

  • 7.8
    Points
  • 9
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol,
  • sugar free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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