Best Lentil Barley And Rice Risotto Recipes

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BAKED BARLEY RISOTTO WITH MUSHROOMS AND CARROTS



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Wholesome and nutty, barley is a superb alternative to arborio rice in this risotto, since it's naturally plump and chewy when cooked. The grated Parmesan and butter stirred in at the end release the barley's starches, creating a silky, creamy texture. Make sure to use pearl barley, not hulled, since it cooks much faster and is more tender. As for the mushrooms, white button, cremini and earthy shiitakes are a tasty, accessible mix, though any combination of oyster, king trumpet and maitake would raise the bar. Still, the best thing about this risotto, which is a satisfying vegetarian weeknight dinner (or side to any large roast or fish) is that it's baked, taking away the pressure of constant stirring at the stove.

Provided by Kay Chun

Categories     dinner, grains and rice, vegetables, main course, side dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 small white or yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
5 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 pound mixed mushrooms, such as white button, cremini and shiitakes, halved if small, quartered if large (about 7 cups total)
Kosher salt and black pepper
10 ounces pearl barley (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 medium carrot, very thinly sliced into rounds (about 1 cup)
2 ounces grated Parmesan (about 1/2 cup), plus more for serving
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup chopped chives

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium. Add onion and garlic, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add mushrooms and remaining 1 tablespoon oil, and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms start to soften, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in barley, carrot and 4 1/2 cups water, and bring to a boil over high heat. Cover, transfer to the oven and bake until barley is tender and chewy and almost all of the liquid is absorbed, about 30 minutes.
  • Stir in Parmesan and the butter until slightly thickened and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide among shallow bowls. Sprinkle with chives and more Parmesan, to taste.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 505, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 65 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 16 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 632 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

LENTIL BARLEY VEGETABLE SKILLET



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Veggies, lentils and barley come together in this delicious and hearty skillet dinner recipe - featuring corn and Muir Glen® tomatoes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup dried lentils (8 oz), sorted, rinsed
1 medium carrot, sliced (1/2 cup)
1 small onion, coarsely chopped (about 1/3 cup)
3/4 cup uncooked quick-cooking barley
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (14 oz each) vegetable broth
1 medium green bell pepper, cut into thin bite-size strips
1 medium stalk celery, sliced (1/2 cup)
1 cup frozen corn (from 12-oz bag)
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes with Italian herbs, undrained
Shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add lentils, carrot and onion; cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add barley, basil, pepper and broth. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover; simmer 20 minutes or until lentils are tender but still firm.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients except cheese. Increase heat to medium. Cover; simmer 10 to 15 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until lentils and vegetables are tender and liquid is almost absorbed. Garnish individual servings with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225, Carbohydrate 51 g, Fat 1/2, Fiber 13 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 700 mg

BARLEY RISOTTO



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Low in fat, but high in fiber, this delicious barley risotto puts a twist on the typical dish. With its nutty undertones, barley provides the perfect backdrop for lemon and parsley. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup medium pearl barley
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup white wine or water
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring broth to a simmer; keep hot., In another small saucepan over medium-high heat, cook and stir the barley for 2-4 minutes or until lightly browned. Transfer to a small bowl. In the same saucepan, saute onion in oil for 2 minutes. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer or until onion is tender. Stir in barley and wine. Cook and stir until all of the liquid is absorbed. , Add hot broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly and allowing the liquid to absorb between additions. Cook just until barley is almost tender (cooking time is about 45 minutes). Add the parsley and lemon zest; cook and stir until heated through. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 742mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LENTIL, BARLEY AND RICE RISOTTO



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Make and share this Lentil, Barley and Rice Risotto recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Diana Adcock

Categories     Short Grain Rice

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 teaspoons butter
2 shallots, finely minced
1/2 cup arborio rice
1/2 cup barley
1/2 cup green lentil
1/2 cup dry white wine
3 cups boiling chicken or 3 cups boiling vegetable stock
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon whipping cream or 1 teaspoon half-and-half
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon snipped chives

Steps:

  • In a large frying pan melt 2 T.
  • of butter over medium heat.
  • Add the shallots and cook until transparent.
  • Add rice and saute for 3 minutes.
  • Add barley and lentils and saute for 1 minute.
  • Add the wine and, stirring constantly-for the rest of the cooking time-cook until the liquid is almost gone.
  • Ladle in some stock, (1 ladle's worth) cook down.
  • Repeat until all the liquid is absorbed.
  • Remove from heat, fold in cream, cheese, butter and chives.
  • Taste and add salt and peppr as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.1, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 22.8, Sodium 225.7, Carbohydrate 54.1, Fiber 12, Sugar 1.1, Protein 15.8

MUSHROOM BARLEY RISOTTO



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Unique, elegant, and flavorful dish cooked with mushrooms, garlic, and mixed with parmesan cheese for a creamy and savory flavor!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Main Course     Side Dish

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion (chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
½ cup dry white wine
8 ounces mixed mushrooms (cleaned and sliced (Use your choice of cremini, white, portebello))
3-4 cups chicken broth
1 cup pearl barley
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
¼ cup parmesan cheese (finely shredded)
½ tablespoon truffle oil ((optional))
salt & pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan. Add onion and cook 4 minutes until soft.
  • Add mushrooms & garlic and cook 5 minutes stirring occasionally. Add barley and cook 2 minutes.
  • Pour in white wine and cook until evaporated
  • Add 3 cups of chicken broths and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 55 minutes until liquid evaporates stirring occasionally. If liquid evaporates before barley is cooked, add remaining broth.
  • Once barley is soft, stir in ½ of the cheese, salt and parsley.
  • Top with remaining cheese and if desired, truffle oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 kcal, Carbohydrate 47 g, Protein 12 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Sodium 179 mg, Fiber 10 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SLOW-COOKER MUSHROOM BARLEY RISOTTO



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This entree is vegetarian, but the mushrooms make it hearty enough for non-vegetarians too. The flavors are perfect for the colder weather of fall.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 1/2 cups pearl barley
4 sprigs fresh thyme
8 ounces carrots, finely chopped
3 cups lower-sodium vegetable broth
1 ounce Parmesan, grated (2/3 cup)
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and 1/8 teaspoon each salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 2 minutes. Stir in the barley and thyme and cook, stirring, until the barley is just golden, about 2 minutes.
  • Transfer to a 6-quart slow cooker and add the carrots, broth, 1 1/2 cups water and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cover and cook on high until the liquid is absorbed and the carrots and barley are tender, about 3 hours.
  • Discard the thyme and stir in the Parmesan, vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Thin out the risotto with warm water for desired consistency as needed. Top with parsley and season to taste with salt and pepper.

LENTIL WHITE BEAN PILAF



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Vegetarians will be happy to see this hearty meatless grain pilaf on the holiday buffet table. I like to make this when I have extra cooked lentils, barley, quinoa and rice on hand. -Juli Meyers, Hinesville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
1/2 cup quick-cooking barley
1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed
1/3 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/2 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms
3 medium carrots, finely chopped
3 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 large onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 cup vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups canned cannellini beans, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • Cook the lentils, barley, quinoa and rice according to package directions; set aside., In a Dutch oven, saute the mushrooms, carrots, celery and onion in butter until tender. Add garlic and rosemary; cook 1 minute longer. Add broth, salt and pepper, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in beans and the cooked lentils, barley, quinoa and rice; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 290mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

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