Pea and Mint Risotto
A refreshing and vibrant Pea and Mint Risotto that combines the sweetness of peas with the freshness of mint, creating a deliciously comforting dish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 3 cups vegetable stock warm
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 1 cup frozen peas thawed
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint chopped
- 1 lemon juice zested
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the Arborio rice and stir to coat the grains with the oil.
- Begin adding the warm vegetable stock, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until the liquid is absorbed before adding more.
- Continue this process until the rice is creamy and cooked through, about 18-20 minutes.
- Stir in the peas, Parmesan cheese, mint, lemon juice, and zest. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional mint and Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg