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Pea Risotto

A creamy and flavorful risotto made with fresh peas, perfect for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup Arborio rice
  • 4 cups Vegetable broth Keep warm
  • 1 cup Fresh peas
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
  2. Add the Arborio rice and stir for 1-2 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted.
  3. Pour in a ladle of warm vegetable broth and stir until absorbed. Continue adding broth, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently.
  4. After about 15 minutes, add the fresh peas and continue cooking until the rice is creamy and al dente.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a vegan version, omit the Parmesan cheese or use a plant-based alternative.

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