Easy Tomato Pearl Barley Risotto
Packed with delicious and nutritious flavours and ingredients this is the perfect dish. It’s great for meal prepping too! It’s also dairy free, vegetarian and vegan friendly!
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time25 minutes mins
Total Time40 minutes mins
Servings: 4
- 2 Tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Large Onion, diced
- 3 Cloves of garlic, crushed
- 1 Red pepper, diced
- 1 Cup Pearl barley
- 2 Cups Passata
- 3 Tablespoons Tomato pureé
- 1 ½ Cup Water
- 2 Tablespoons Coconut sugar
- 2 Tablespoons Rosemary
- 2 Tablespoons Thyme
- 1 Cup Basil leaves, chopped
To a large pan, heat the oil and sauteé the onion, garlic & pepper on a medium heat until the onions are lightly browned
Add the pearl barley, passata, tomato pureé, water, coconut sugar, rosemary and thyme, bring to the boil and then reduce for a simmer for 20 minutes
Add the cherry tomatoes, basil, stir to combine and cook for a further 5 minutes
Serve or refrigerate for 3-4 days