Go Back
+ servings
Instant Pot Paleo Butternut Squash Risotto

Instant Pot Paleo Butternut Squash Risotto

Cozy up to this low calorie, gluten-free, and paleo-friendly recipe that’s ready in less than an hour, thanks to the Instant Pot. Cauliflower rice stands in for traditional rice in this comfort food favorite inspired by the flavors of fall.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Quick Release Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 33 minutes
Course: dinner, Lunch, Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: dinner, gluten free, lunch, paleo, paleo powder
Servings: 4 meals
Calories: 412kcal
Author: Meal Prep on Fleek

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon ghee
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • ½ cup chopped sweet white onion
  • 4 cups riced cauliflower
  • 2 cups cubed butternut squash
  • cup chicken stock
  • ¾ cup full-fat canned coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon AIP Paleo Powder Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped sage
  • 1 tablespoon cassava flour or arrowroot flour
  • 4 strips bacon cooked and chopped

For Serving

  • 12 oz. asparagus ends trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon ghee
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 lb. green and red seedless grapes

Instructions

  • Chop asparagus into 3-inch pieces. Press the sauté setting on the Instant Pot and add 1 tablespoon of ghee. Add asparagus and sauté for 6-8 minutes. Divide asparagus among one each of the small compartments of 4 white MPOF containers. Sprinkle with salt.
  • With the Instant Pot still on sauté, melt the other tablespoon of ghee. Add the onion and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring regularly. Press Cancel and stir in the garlic.
  • Add cauliflower rice, butternut squash, chicken stock, and coconut milk, along with the Paleo Powder seasoning. Stir to combine.
  • Secure lid and close vent valve. Press manual setting, and set it for 2 minutes.
  • When the timer goes off, quick release the pressure valve and wait for pressure to release. Open the lid and stir in the fresh sage. Press sauté setting and stir in cassava flour to thicken the risotto for 2-3 minutes. Press Cancel.
  • Divide risotto among the large compartments of 4 MPOF white containers and sprinkle with the chopped bacon. Add grapes to the remaining small compartments. Your meals are prepped!

Nutrition

Calories: 412kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 20g | Fiber: 12g
Tried this recipe?Mention @mealpreponfleek or tag #mealpreponfleek!