How To Make Microwave Courgette and Pea Risotto with Prawns
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 courgette, thinly sliced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup cooked prawns
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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In a microwave-safe dish, combine the courgette, peas, rice, vegetable broth, olive oil, garlic powder, dried basil, salt, and pepper.
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Cover the dish with microwave-safe cling film, leaving a small vent. Microwave on high for 5 minutes.
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Carefully remove the dish from the microwave and stir well.
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Re-cover the dish and microwave for another 5 minutes.
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Stir in the cooked prawns and grated Parmesan cheese. Microwave for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the prawns are heated through.
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Let the risotto sit for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Calories : 280kcal
- Total Fat : 7g
- Saturated Fat : 2g
- Cholesterol : 60mg
- Sodium : 480mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 42g
- Dietary Fiber : 3g
- Sugar : 4g
- Protein : 13g
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