Fresh Pea Risotto
Savor the creamy delight of fresh pea risotto, bursting with vibrant flavors—an ideal comfort dish for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 cup fresh green peas
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 shallots, chopped
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Heat vegetable broth in a saucepan over low heat until warm.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté shallots until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add Arborio rice, toasting lightly for 1-2 minutes until golden.
- Gradually add warm broth, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently until absorbed before adding more. Cook for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in fresh peas and Parmesan; cook for an additional 5 minutes until creamy.
- Fold in butter and lemon zest just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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