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Creamy Spring Vegetable Risotto

Creamy Spring Vegetable Risotto to Brighten Your Dinner

This Creamy Spring Vegetable Risotto is a celebration of spring with Arborio rice, peas, and asparagus.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Risotto
  • 1 cup Arborio Rice Substitute with Carnaroli or Vialone Nano if desired.
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Keep warm during cooking.
  • 1 cup Fresh Peas Frozen peas can be used in the off-season.
  • 1 cup Asparagus Substitute with baby zucchini or ramps for a twist.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Swap for nutritional yeast for a vegan option.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil.
  • 2 tbsp Butter Omit for a vegan version.
  • 1 whole Lemon Zest and Juice Adjust based on preference.

Equipment

  • heavy-bottomed pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a heavy-bottomed pan, drizzle olive oil over medium heat for about 1 minute.
  2. Add chopped asparagus, stirring frequently for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
  3. Stir in Arborio rice, allowing it to toast for about 2 minutes.
  4. Ladle warm vegetable broth into the pan, about 1 cup at a time, stirring gently.
  5. Once the rice is nearly tender, stir in fresh peas and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in butter and Parmesan cheese, along with lemon zest and juice.
  7. Let the risotto rest for about 2 minutes to thicken slightly.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs and additional Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, keep the vegetable broth warm while cooking and stir gently to prevent breaking the rice grains. Adjust consistency with warm water if necessary. Fresh herbs should be added right before serving for maximum flavor.

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