This delicious Barley Risotto for toddlers is sure to be a hit with even the pickiest eaters! Perfect for a quick family dinner, this risotto is packed full of nutritious ingredients like pearl barley, vegetables, and parmesan cheese and is sure to become a new favorite. Plus, it’s super easy to make and is a great way to get those little tastebuds rolling! Try out this tasty, nutritious Barley Risotto today and enjoy a fuss-free family dinner with the kids!

General Information Servings: 4
Keywords: barley, risotto, children friendly
Calories: 280 kcal
Protein: 11 g
Carbs: 48 g
Fats: 4 g
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 210 g pearl barley, washed
• 1 liter vegetable stock, lukewarm
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 red onion, peeled and finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• A handful of fresh parsley leaves, chopped (to garnish optional)

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped red onion and garlic, and cook them for 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

2. Next, add the pearl barley and season with ground pepper. Stir everything together and cook for an extra minute.

3. Now, slowly pour in the lukewarm vegetable stock, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly. Make sure to keep the pot at a consistent simmer, and keep adding more ladles of vegetable stock one by one until the pearl barley is cooked through and the risotto is creamy. This should take around 10-15 minutes.

4. Once the risotto is cooked, turn off the heat and serve with a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley (optional).

Bonus dad joke: What did the baby corn say to the mama corn? Where’s popcorn?

Recommended Sides

This dish pairs best with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables. You can also serve it alongside some crusty bread. Enjoy!