Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose
This recipe contains cheese and some of those who are lactose intolerant may be able to tolerate it.
Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.
"Berlinzone, the land of the Basques, in a country called Bengodi, where... there was a mountain made entirely of grated parmesan cheese, on which lived people who did nothing but make macaroni and ravioli and cook them in capon broth. And then they threw them down, and the more of them you took, the more you had. And nearby ran a rivulet of white wine whose better was never drunk, and without a drop of water in it."
-Boccaccio, Poet
This recipe is as close to Mediterranean diet as you can get, yet it is really appealing to American tastes. It's all there and all familiar: rice, squash, pumpkin seeds, cheese, salmon, olive oil... and it's all great tasting and healthy.
Servings: 2 | Serving size: about 2 cups
Cooking Time: 30 Minutes
This recipe can be multiplied by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10.
This keeps well for about 48 hours in the fridge. Reheat gently.
spray olive oil | |
1 lb | yellow squash (cut into 1/2 inch dice) |
1 tsp | extra virgin olive oil |
1 clove | garlic (minced) |
1 medium | onion (diced) |
2 Tbsp | pumpkin seeds (pepitas) |
1/2 cup | arborio rice |
1/2 cup | low sodium chicken broth |
2 cups | water |
1/8 tsp | salt |
1 Tbsp | fresh oregano |
6 ounces | salmon filet (skin removed and cut into small strips) |
1 ounce | Parmigiano-Reggiano (grated) |
fresh ground black pepper (to taste) |
Place a large non-stick skillet in the oven and preheat to 375°F. When the pan is hot, add the diced squash and spray lightly with olive oil. Toss and return the pan to the oven. About every 7 minutes, remove the pan and toss the squash carefully. After about 20 minutes the squash cubes should be lightly browned.
While the squash is cooking, heat the olive oil over medium-heat in a medium sized stock-pot. Add the minced garlic and cook slowly. Do not allow to brown.
When the garlic is soft and translucent, add the onions and pumpkin seeds and cook until the onions are translucent. Add the risotto and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the chicken broth. Stir well. Cook for one minute, then add 2 cups of water and the salt.
Cook over medium-heat, stirring occasionally so that the rice will not stick to the bottom. After about 15 minutes, check to see if the rice is done. Add more water, 1/4 cup at a time as needed.
Add the salmon strips and oregano when the rice is soft but not mushy. Cook for about 3 minutes, then add the roasted squash and the parmesan cheese. Stir and cook for another minute over very low heat. Season with pepper to taste and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: about 2 cups
Servings: 2
Amount Per Serving
Calories 524 | Calories from Fat 161 |
% Daily Value |
Total Fat 18g | 28% |
Saturated Fat 5g | 25% |
Monounsaturated Fat 8g | |
Trans Fat 0g | |
Cholesterol 62mg | 21% |
Sodium 437mg | 18% |
Total Carbohydrates 58g | 19% |
Dietary Fiber 7g | 29% |
Sugars 3g | |
Protein 33g |
Vitamin A 12% | Vitamin C 41% |
Calcium 25% | Iron 31% |
Vitamin K 10 mcg | Potassium 1085 mg |
Magnesium 140 mg |