Showing posts with label Risotto. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Risotto. Show all posts

Thursday, December 03, 2009

Mushroom & Pea Risotto - 331 calorie Bento


I was in desperate need for comfort food. Risotto is one of them for me. It must be the creaminess that soothes me. Ahhh!

Bento Content:
  • Mushroom & Pea Risotto (275)
  • Mandarin Orange Segments (56)

Total Bento: 331 calories

Friday, July 17, 2009

Mushroom Risotto & Mezlun Salad - 200 calorie Bento


I am growing a 'terrace farm' of sorts - it is on the 3rd floor of my apartment building. I am growing mezclun greens, among other things. This bento incorporates those mezclun greens!


Bento Content:
  • Mushroom Risotto (180)
  • Grape Tomatoes (12)
  • Mini Peppers (3)
  • Mezclun Greens (5)

Total Bento : 200 calories

Thursday, February 12, 2009

Mushroom & Sweet Pea Risotto - 237 calorie Bento


I love creamy food and risotto always fits the bill. I decided to go with my favorite mushroom type, but added sweet peas into the mix. Very tasty!


Bento Content:
  • Mushroom & Sweet Pea Risotto (147)
  • Sea Salt & Pepper Crisps from Trader Joe's (32)
  • Turkish Salad (30)
  • Green Grapes (28)

Total Bento : 237 calories

Thursday, January 08, 2009

Mushroom Risotto - 294 calorie Bento


Today I really needed some comfort food, so I whipped up some Mushroom Risotto. I don't know what it is - creamy stuff for me is very soothing and comforting. But then again, so are chocolate cake and almond croissants!


Bento content:
  • Mushroom Risotto (240)
  • Brittany Blend from Trader Joe's - Haricot Vert, Wax Beans & Carrots (30)
  • Mixed Salad - Lettuce blend, Cucumbers, Radishes, Tomato & Black Olives (24)

Total Bento : 294 calories