This vibrant “Garden Risotto” celebrates the freshest vegetables of the season in a creamy, comforting Italian classic. Arborio rice is slowly cooked with aromatic shallots and garlic, then enriched with vegetable broth to achieve a luxurious, silky texture. A medley of broccoli, zucchini, bell peppers, and asparagus adds color, crunch, and nutritional value, while fresh basil and Parmesan provide a savory finish. Its a satisfying main course that feels elegant enough for guests but simple enough for a weeknight dinner. Perfect for showcasing whatever is ripe in your local market or garden, this dish brings the essence of summer to your table all year round.
Risotto Tutto Giardino
Description
This vibrant "Garden Risotto" celebrates the freshest vegetables of the season in a creamy, comforting Italian classic. Arborio rice is slowly cooked with aromatic shallots and garlic, then enriched with vegetable broth to achieve a luxurious, silky texture. A medley of broccoli, zucchini, bell peppers, and asparagus adds color, crunch, and nutritional value, while fresh basil and Parmesan provide a savory finish. Its a satisfying main course that feels elegant enough for guests but simple enough for a weeknight dinner. Perfect for showcasing whatever is ripe in your local market or garden, this dish brings the essence of summer to your table all year round.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat vegetable broth in a saucepan and keep it warm over low heat.
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Heat olive oil in a large saut pan or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
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Add shallots and garlic to the pan and saut until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
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Stir in the Arborio rice, coating it well with the oil and aromatics, and toast for 1 minute.
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Add 1 cup of the warm broth, stirring constantly until the liquid is almost fully absorbed.
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Continue adding broth one cup at a time, stirring frequently, until the rice is creamy and al dente, about 18-20 minutes.
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When the rice is nearly cooked, add the broccoli florets first, followed by zucchini and bell peppers.
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Cook for 3-4 minutes, then add the asparagus and peas/corn, stirring until vegetables are tender-crisp.
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Remove from heat and stir in half of the grated Parmesan cheese.
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Serve immediately, garnished with the remaining Parmesan and fresh chopped basil.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 2295.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 247.8g382%
- Saturated Fat 37.1g186%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 1.2mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 23.1g8%
- Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 2.3g5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
