Sweet Potato Barley Risotto in the Crock Pot
Transform your comfort food game with this Sweet Potato Barley Risotto made effortlessly in the crock pot. This wholesome, vegetarian dish combines creamy, tender sweet potatoes with nutty pearl barley, all simmered to perfection in savory vegetable broth. Flavored with aromatic garlic, onion, and a hint of thyme, this slow-cooked recipe is packed with nutrients and cozy flavors. Optional fresh spinach adds a pop of color and nutrition, while a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese elevates every bite with indulgent richness. With just 15 minutes of prep time and the magic of your slow cooker, this hearty risotto is a fuss-free meal perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium, peeled and diced Sweet potato
- 1 cup Pearl barley
- 4 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 medium, finely diced Onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 0.5 cup, grated (optional, for garnish) Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon, dried Thyme
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon (freshly ground, or to taste) Black pepper
- 2 cups, fresh (optional, for added nutrition) Spinach
Instructions
Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into small cubes. Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, cooking for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
Transfer the cooked onion and garlic mixture to your crock pot.
Add the diced sweet potatoes, pearl barley, vegetable broth, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the crock pot. Stir everything to combine evenly.
Cover and cook on the low setting for 4 hours, or until the barley is tender and the sweet potatoes are soft and creamy. Stir occasionally if possible, to prevent sticking.
If desired, stir in fresh spinach during the last 10 minutes of cooking, allowing it to wilt into the risotto.
Taste the risotto and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper as needed.
Serve warm, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese, if using. Enjoy your Sweet Potato Barley Risotto straight from the slow cooker!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1896 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.6 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.4 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 52 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 5492 mg | 239% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 278.9 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.4 g | 187% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.1 g | ||
| Protein | 60.2 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 821 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 3412 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
