Vegetable Risotto
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5
Vegetable Risotto
Description
Vegetable Risotto brings together the creaminess of arborio rice with diced carrots, peas, and tender steamed asparagus, resulting in a satisfying dish with a smooth and slightly chewy texture. The recipe starts with sautéing onions and carrots in a butter and olive oil base, followed by gradual incorporation of chicken or vegetable broth, allowing the rice to absorb liquid slowly and cook al dente. Finally, cream, Parmesan cheese, and the peas and asparagus are stirred in to finish the risotto with richness and brightness.
The flavors are gentle and balanced, with the Parmesan adding a savory note that complements the sweetness of the carrots and peas and the fresh flavor of the asparagus. The method demands patience to slowly stir broth into the rice, producing a creamy, cohesive dish.
This risotto is best served immediately to enjoy its creamy texture and can be a vegetarian main or a side dish accompanying meats or seafood. Adjusting salt and pepper at the end ensures a well-rounded taste. The vegetables used offer textural contrast within the creamy rice base.
Ingredients
- 2 quares saute starter or 2 tablespoons of olive oil, savory butter and olive oil, brand Express
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 cup arborio rice
- 1 cup carrot diced
- 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup peas frozen
- 1 cup asparagus sliced + steamed
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat large skillet with high sides over medium heat. Sauté onion in melted Savory Butter & Olive Oil Sauté Express Sauté Starter over medium heat. Pour in arborio rice and stir to incorporate evenly.
- Stir in carrot and sauté 5 minutes until rice starts to toast and onion and carrot start to get tender. Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth, stirring frequently until rice soaks up the liquid.
- Continue in this fashion until all the chicken broth has been absorbed by the rice. Rice should be cooked al dente.
- Stir in cream, peas, asparagus and parmesan cheese. Taste and adjust seasonings with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 357 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 357kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 53g | 18% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 1083mg | 45% |
| Potassium | 537mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 6203IU | 124% |
| Vitamin C | 36mg | 40% |
| Calcium | 194mg | 19% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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