Description
Creamy pea and asparagus risotto brings Italian countryside charm to your dinner table with its delicate green hues and silky texture. Seasonal ingredients dance together, creating a comforting yet elegant dish you’ll savor with pure culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups (112 cups) Arborio rice
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Aromatics and Flavoring:
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Finishing Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup dry white wine
- 0.5 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
Instructions
- Prepare simmering broth in a pot over medium heat, maintaining a gentle bubble.
- In a large skillet, melt butter and sauté asparagus with seasoning for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Incorporate peas and cook briefly. Transfer vegetables to a separate plate.
- Using the same skillet, melt additional butter and sauté finely chopped onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for 30-45 seconds, releasing aromatic flavors.
- Introduce arborio rice, toasting grains until edges become slightly transparent, creating a nutty fragrance.
- Deglaze the skillet with white wine, allowing liquid to be completely absorbed by rice grains.
- Gradually incorporate warm broth, one ladleful at a time. Stir consistently, allowing each addition to be fully absorbed before adding more. This process develops creamy risotto texture and takes approximately 20-25 minutes.
- When rice reaches al dente consistency, fold in reserved vegetables, remaining butter, and grated parmesan cheese.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with extra cheese and serve immediately while risotto maintains luxurious, creamy consistency.
Notes
- Prep Vegetables Perfectly by cutting asparagus into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the risotto.
- Control Rice Consistency by stirring frequently and adding broth gradually, which helps release rice starches and creates that signature creamy risotto texture.
- Maximize Flavor Depth by using fresh, high-quality ingredients like sweet spring peas and tender asparagus, which elevate the overall taste profile of the dish.
- Dietary Adaptations include using vegetable broth for vegetarian option, adding protein like grilled chicken for more substance, or substituting dairy-free cheese for vegan preferences.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 53 mins
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 297 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 288 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 17 mg