Description
Asparagus risotto is a creamy, comforting dish that combines fresh asparagus and rich Arborio rice for a deliciously satisfying experience. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying cozy evenings at home.
Ingredients
- Arborio rice
- Fresh asparagus
- Vegetable broth
- White wine
- Parmesan cheese
- Shallots
- Garlic
- Olive oil and butter
- Black pepper and salt
Instructions
- Finely chop shallots and garlic; cut asparagus into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt olive oil and butter. Sauté shallots and garlic until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Add Arborio rice and toast gently for 1-2 minutes until slightly translucent.
- Deglaze with white wine, stirring continuously until absorbed.
- Gradually add warm vegetable broth, one ladle at a time, stirring often until absorbed (approximately 18-20 minutes).
- When the rice is al dente, stir in asparagus and grated Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper, then serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg