Prepare acidulated water by filling a bowl with cold water and adding the lemon halves to it ... For the pearl barley risotto, place the garlic and pearl barley into a heavy-based saucepan ...

On Tu Bishvat, the new year for the trees, this vegan barley risotto celebrates nature and supports plant-forward eating.

This gorgeous courgette risotto is a favourite with kids and the ... Stir in the parmesan, lemon zest and lemon juice (to taste). Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Next, add the barley, thyme, paprika, bay leaf, lemon peel, chile flakes ... need to add more olive oil to reach this point. When the risotto is ready, taste for salt level and serve in bowls ...