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Freekeh Risotto

Freekeh Risotto

with Asparagus & Courgette
4.0(427)
Mimi Morley
Mimi MorleyUpdated on January 23, 2026
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Calories
: 
556 kcal
Protein
: 
29g protein
Difficulty
: 
Medium
Allergens:
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Nuts
  • May contain traces of allergens
  • Celery
  • Peanut
  • Sesame
  • Nuts
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

200

Asparagus

150

Freekeh

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)

1

Onion

2

Garlic Clove

15

Unsalted Butter

½

Lemon

1

Courgette

(Contains: May contain traces of allergens, Celery)

½

Vegetable Stock Powder

25

Walnuts

(Contains: Peanut, Nuts, May contain traces of allergens, Sesame, Nuts)

40

Grated Hard Italian Style Cheese

Not included in your delivery

300

Water

Energy (kcal)556 kcal
Energy (kJ)2326 kJ
Fat23 g
of which saturates9 g
Carbohydrate62 g
of which sugars13 g
Protein29 g
Salt1.6 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
•Grater
•Large Frying Pan
•Lid
•Baking Tray
•Bowl

Instructions

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Prep the Veggies
1

Preheat your grill to high, Halve, peel and chop the onion into small pieces. Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press). Cut the bottom off the asparagus spears and discard. Chop each spear into three pieces. Remove the top and bottom from the courgette, then slice into 1cm thick rounds.

Start the Risotto
2

Put a drizzle of oil in a large saucepan on medium heat and add the onion. Cook until soft, 5 mins. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Add the freekeh and stir to combine.

Add the Stock
3

Pour in the water (see ingredients for amount) and add the stock pot. Stir to dissolve the stock pot and bring to a simmer. Turn the heat to low and pop a lid on. Leave to cook for 15 mins. Once the time is up, remove the pan from the heat and leave to rest for another 5 mins (lid still on).

Grill the Veggies
4

Meanwhile, pop the asparagus and courgette on a baking tray in a single layer. Drizzle over some oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill until slightly charred, 10-15 mins. TIP: Keep and eye on them and shake the tray occasionally.

Finish the Risotto
5

When the freekeh is cooked, add the butter and three-quarters of the hard Italian cheese. Stir energetically. Squeeze in a little lemon juice, stir and taste. Season with salt, pepper and lemon juice accordingly. Add the veggies and carefully stir them in.

Serve
6

Serve the freekeh risotto in bowls with the walnuts and remaining cheese sprinkled on top. Enjoy!

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