Lunch: Israeli Couscous Risotto with Squash, Radicchio, and Parsley Butter

Israeli couscous, which is larger and chewier than the more common variety, takes the place of arborio rice in this risotto-style dish.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Lemon

Health benefits of Israeli Couscous Risotto with Squash, Radicchio, and Parsley Butter

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

Ingredients

6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter, room temperature, divided
1 large onion, chopped (2 1/2 cups)
3 teaspoons grated lemon peel, divided
1 (8.8-ounce) package toasted Israeli couscous (about 1 3/4 cups)
3 cups low-salt chicken broth
3 cups 1/2-inch cubes peeled butternut squash (about 12 ounces)
1 cup diced radicchio
3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup (packed) fresh Italian parsley leaves

Instructions

Melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and 2 teaspoons lemon peel. Cover and cook 5 minutes. Add couscous; sauté 2 minutes. Add broth and squash; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium. Cook, uncovered, until couscous and squash are tender and mixture is still moist, about 10 minutes. Mix in radicchio and cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Meanwhile, finely chop parsley in mini processor. Add 4 tablespoons butter and 1 teaspoon lemon peel; blend well. Season with salt and pepper.
Transfer couscous to bowl. Swirl half of parsley butter into top of couscous. Serve, passing remaining parsley butter.

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