Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.5 cup

olive oil

1 unit

onion

minced

2 unit

garlic cloves

smashed, peeled and minced

2 cup

millet

5 cup

chicken broth

2 unit

zucchini

cut in 1/4-inch dice

2 unit

red bell peppers

cored, deribbed and cut in 1/4-inch dice

2 cup

basil leaves

chopped

0.75 cup

pine nuts

2 tsp

kosher salt

0.25 tsp

black pepper

freshly ground

Step 1
~5 min

Place olive oil in a 14x9x2 inch oval dish.

Step 2
~5 min

Cook, uncovered, at 100 percent in a high-power microwave oven for 2 minutes.

Step 3
~5 min

Stir in minced onion and garlic.

Step 4
~5 min

Cook for 4 minutes.

Step 5
~5 min

Stir in millet and broth.

Step 6
~5 min

Cook for 20 minutes.

Step 7
~5 min

Stir in zucchini and diced bell peppers.

Step 8
~5 min

Cook for 21 minutes.

Step 9
~5 min

Stir in chopped basil and pine nuts.

Step 10
~5 min

Cook for 2 minutes.

Step 11
~5 min

Remove from oven.

Step 12
~5 min

Stir in kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Toast the pine nuts for enhanced flavor.

Adjust broth consistency for desired creaminess.

Add a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead of time

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish or a light main course.

Pair with a green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Chicken
Roasted Vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

A modern twist on traditional Italian risotto.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Meal
Summer Gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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