Kale, Fig and Walnut Risotto

Figs are a fruit and are uniquely nutritious. They have an amazing calcium count and are also a great source of fibre. Studies have suggested that fibre from fruit can lower the chances of a postmenopausal woman developing breast cancer. Additionally, they are a rich source of magnesium, potassium, iron, several B vitamins and vitamin K. If you are eating figs for the nutritional value then it’s best to choose those that are riper as there are more antioxidants present in ripe figs. Walnuts are a fantastic source of energy and health boosting properties. They are especially good for getting omega-3 into your diet and can help lower your bad cholesterol levels whilst increasing the amount of good cholesterol in your body. Eating walnuts regularly will help to prevent strokes and coronary artery disease! Kale is without a doubt, one of the healthiest vegetables you can find. Eating just one cup of it will provide you with a decent amount of fibre, calcium, magnesium, vitamin B6, vitamin A, vitamin K, vitamin C. Eating kale is amazing for your body and your overall health, making it a much loved and much used ingredient for super food fans!

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Ingredients:

• 500 g Arborio Rice
• 1 onion
• 8 cup water of mixed with bouillon veggie stock
• 200 g Walnuts
• 2 large handfuls of kale
• 5 delicious figs – quartered
• 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
• 1 tbsp coconut oil to gently fry the onion

Instructions:

• The first thing you need to do is melt the tablespoon of coconut oil in a large pan and add the chopped onion.
• Fry the onion for between five and seven minutes, until it becomes translucent. You can then add the rice along with eight cups of vegetable stock.
• Bring the pan to the boil and then allow to simmer gently, giving it the occasional stir. If necessary then it’s okay to add more of the stock. Do this for about 25 to 30 minutes.
• Whilst you’re waiting for those 30 minutes to pass, you must dry roast the walnuts. You can either do this is a pan or in the oven.
• As soon as the stock has absorbed into the risotto, add the nutritional yeast, kale and walnuts then give it all a good stir. At this stage your risotto should be nice and creamy so it’s time to gently include the figs into your dish and stir slowly. Once all of your figs are in, your meal is ready to be served!