Spinach Mushroom Barley Risotto A healthy, grant-aligned recipe designed for Food Is Medicine programming with emphasis on High Fiber, Heart Healthy, Plant Forward. This recipe supports practical, affordable meal planning for patients and families. It emphasizes whole foods, fiber, lean protein, and lower-sodium flavor building.

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Spinach Mushroom Barley Risotto

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Author: Colin Vareene Cooking Method: Stovetop Cuisine: Italian Courses: Dinner Recipe Keys: H Heart Healthy H High Fiber P Plant Forward

Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 35 mins Total Time 50 mins Difficulty: Intermediate Servings: 4 Estimated Cost: $ 11 Calories: 410 Best Season: Fall, Winter Dietary:

V Vegetarian

Description

A healthy, grant-aligned recipe designed for Food Is Medicine programming with emphasis on High Fiber, Heart Healthy, Plant Forward.

Ingredients:

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Servings

• 1 cup pearl barley
• 2 cups mushrooms sliced
• 2 cups spinach
• 1 onion diced
• 4 cups low-sodium broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ¹⁄₄ cup parmesan optional

Instructions

1. Sauté onion and mushrooms,
   Add barley and broth gradually,
   Simmer stirring until tender,
   Fold in spinach and parmesan.

Keywords: spinach mushroom barley risotto, high fiber, heart healthy, plant forward

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