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Spring Pea Risotto

Creamy Spring Pea Risotto: The Best Comfort Food Recipe

This Creamy Spring Pea Risotto is a comforting dish that captures the essence of spring, making it perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners with loved ones.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Risotto
  • 1 cup Arborio Rice Short-grain rice for creamy texture
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Can be homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup White Wine For flavor depth; use extra broth for non-alcoholic
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated; use vegetarian alternative if desired
For the Creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Stir in at the end
  • 1 splash Cream Optional for extra creaminess
For the Green Components
  • 1 cup Fresh Peas Can substitute with frozen peas
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs e.g., Mint, Basil

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

How to Make Spring Pea Risotto
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Stir in Arborio rice and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing it to absorb the oil and lightly toast.
  3. Pour in the white wine and let it simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated.
  4. Begin adding warm vegetable broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently until the rice is al dente, about 18-20 minutes.
  5. Add fresh or thawed peas in the final few minutes of cooking. Stir gently to combine.
  6. Remove from heat, stirring in butter and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
  7. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a luxurious finish, stir in butter and Parmesan at the end.

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