Oats Risotto with Corn
By Nmami Agarwal 13-Apr 2021 Reading Time: 2 Mins
Oats are a great ingredient that can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. Risotto on the other hand is a very comforting Italian dish. Oats risotto with corn makes a great healthy dish that is loved by all and is very nutritious. This energy-packed dish contains nourishing ingredients and is a great meal to add to the diet.
Nutritional benefits:
Oats being a great source of fiber is good for constipation and helps to lower blood sugar levels. Corn is high in fiber and vitamin A (beta carotene) and is very nutritious.
Ingredients:
- 15 grams corn
- Kosher salt as per taste
- ½ teaspoon olive oil
- 10 grams onion
- 15 grams oats
- Black pepper as per taste
- 5 grams dill fronds
Per Serving:
- Nutrition Info
- Amount
- Calories
- 93 kcal
- Carbs
- 10.9 grams
- Protein
- 1.7 grams
- Fats
- 4.1 grams
Method:
- 1. Take a corn cob and remove off all the kernels and hold it over the saucepan and scrape down the cobs to milk them of any corn liquid.
- 2. Now add the scraped cobs to the saucepan and add in some water and salt. Allow it to boil and then simmer for about 20-25 minutes. Then strain and keep aside.
- 3. On the same pan heat some oil and add in the chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes.
- 4. Then add in the corn kernels along with salt after 3 more minutes.
- 5. Next, add in the oats along with wine and simmer the gas and allow it to cook for a minute.
- 6. Then add in the corn broth and cook for 7-8 minutes more or until the oats are tender.
- 7. Season with some salt and black pepper and sprinkle some dill and serve.
Over to you:
Oats risotto with corn is a fiber-rich dish that is enjoyed by kids and can be prepared using different veggies in combination with oats.