Risotto with Grilled Vegetables
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6
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Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked risotto
- 2 medium summer squash - unpeeled, sliced into 1/4-inch slices
- 1 bunch asparagus - stems snapped
- olive oil for drizzling
- 2 teaspoons seasoning salt
- 1/3 cup Italian dressing of choice
- parmesan cheese - grated (for garnish) 
 
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transform this rich, creamy rice dish into a substantial side dish that could just as easily be

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served as an entree.
 
Directions

  • Cook risotto according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, heat the grill to medium.
  • In a medium bowl, add the sliced squash and stemmed asparagus.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and
    sprinkle with seasoning salt.
  • Place in a grill rack, and then place the grill rack onto the
    grill.
  • Make sure the squash slices and the asparagus are in one layer so all of the pieces
    are evenly grilled.
  • Close the grill lid and cook for 3-5 minutes.
  • Turn once and continue grilling until slightly browned, approximately 3-5 more minutes.
  • Remove the vegetables from the grill.
  • Cut the asparagus into bite-sized pieces.
  • When the risotto is done, add all of the vegetables
    to it.
  • Pour Italian dressing over all, and mix well.
  • Garnish with fresh grated parmesan cheese.


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