Description
Spring Pea Risotto is a creamy, vibrant dish bursting with fresh flavors, perfect for any gathering or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 2 cups fresh green peas (or frozen)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the onion and garlic finely.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until translucent (4-5 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and Arborio rice for 1-2 minutes until coated in oil.
- Gradually add vegetable broth one ladle at a time, stirring continuously until absorbed before adding more.
- Once the rice is al dente (15-20 minutes), fold in fresh green peas and lemon zest.
- Cook for an additional couple of minutes, then mix in grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like basil or mint.
- If you want to boost nutrition, mix in some cooked asparagus or spinach.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg