Description
Asparagus Risotto is a creamy, comforting dish that brings the vibrant flavors of fresh asparagus to your table. This easy-to-make risotto is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, combining the richness of Arborio rice and Parmesan cheese with tender asparagus.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
- Add Arborio rice and toast for 1-2 minutes until slightly translucent.
- Pour in white wine and stir until mostly absorbed.
- Gradually add warm vegetable broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently until absorbed.
- When half the broth is added, stir in asparagus and continue cooking until tender.
- Remove from heat and mix in Parmesan cheese and butter until melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg