Best 7 Garden Risotto Recipes

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Garden risotto is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. Made with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a creamy risotto base, this dish is packed with flavor and nutrients. Whether you're a seasoned risotto maker or a beginner in the kitchen, this article has the perfect recipe for you. We'll guide you through the steps of making a classic garden risotto, as well as provide tips and variations to make it your own.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GARDEN ORZO RISOTTO



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No one will believe this rich, creamy dish was prepared in less than 30 minutes! I developed the recipe when my garden tomatoes, zucchini and basil were coming on strong. Using orzo instead of Arborio rice makes the risotto so much easier to prepare. -Cindy Beberman, Orland Park, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 small zucchini, chopped
1 shallot, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta
2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup 2% milk
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, saute zucchini and shallot in oil until almost tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the orzo, broth and milk. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook and stir for 10-15 minutes or until liquid is almost absorbed., Stir in the spinach, tomatoes and basil; cook and stir until spinach is wilted. Remove from the heat; stir in the cheese, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 429mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GARDEN RISOTTO



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
1/2 cup dry white wine
3/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 lightly packed cups baby spinach leaves
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 pound asparagus, steamed and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Bring the broth to a simmer in a medium saucepan. Heat the oil in a heavy saucepan over moderately low heat and cook the onion, stirring occasionally, until soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the rice and cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Add wine and simmer, stirring constantly, until absorbed, about 1 minute. Add 3/4 cup of the hot broth, the salt and a few grinds of fresh pepper and simmer, stirring constantly, until broth is absorbed. Continue simmering and adding hot broth, about 3/4 cup at a time, stirring constantly and allowing the broth to be absorbed before adding more, until rice is almost tender and creamy-looking, about 18 minutes.
  • Add the spinach and peas and cook until the spinach is wilted. Add the asparagus and cook just until the vegetables are hot. Stir in the Parmesan and more broth if the risotto seems too thick. Serve in soup plates.

SHRIMP & ASPARAGUS RISOTTO - (THE OLIVE GARDEN) - OFFICIAL



Shrimp & Asparagus Risotto - (The Olive Garden) - Official image

Note: This is no Knock off recipe. This "is" from their website http://www.olivegarden.com/recipes/. I had liked this so much, the wait staff asked me if I wanted the recipe. I said sure! She brought back a card with the following recipe.

Provided by Starfire aka Wendy

Categories     Rice

Time 33m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

18 shrimp, shelled and deveined
8 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (colaviata or or your choice)
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 cups parmesan cheese
salt & pepper
1/2 lb asparagus spear, fresh stemmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup yellow onion
2 cups arborio rice
fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • SIMMER: chicken broth on low heat until needed.
  • HEAT: oil over medium heat.
  • Add onions and cook for 3 minutes, or until translucent.
  • Stir in rice and cook for 1 minute, then add white wine.
  • Add ½ of broth and stir until completely absorbed.
  • Repeat until 4 cups of broth have been added.
  • Stir the risotto frequently to prevent sticking.
  • ADD: asparagus and shrimp to the remaining broth and cook for about 2 minutes, or until shrimp is pink.
  • Remove asaparagus and shrimp from the broth and then add them to the risotto mixture.
  • Add ½ cup of the broth at a time until desired creaminess is reached (there may be broth left over).
  • Once the broth is absorbed, add butter, parmesan cheese and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish with chopped tomatoes and parsley.

OLIVE GARDEN HERBED RISOTTO



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This recipe is from the files of Riserva di Fizzano and the Rocca delle Macie Winery - Olive Garden's Italian Partners.

Provided by Member 610488

Categories     Rice

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups arborio rice
1/2 cup white wine
5 cups chicken broth or 5 cups vegetable broth
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped or 1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped or 1 teaspoon dry oregano
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped or 1 teaspoon dry basil
salt and black pepper, to taste
fresh parsley, chopped (garnish)

Steps:

  • Hold the broth warm in a saucepan. Heat oil in a separate pot, add onions and cook 3 minutes or until onions are soft. Add rice to onions and stir for 2 minutes. Add white wine and let evaporate.
  • Add broth, about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently. Wait until each additional 1/2 cup is almost completely absorbed by the rice. Continue to add until all of the broth has been used, or until the risotto is cooked to desired doneness.
  • Turn off heat, add butter, Parmesan cheese and all herbs. Stir to combine with rice/risotto. Transfer to large bowl and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately. Finished risotto should be creamy and rice is firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 574.7, Fat 25, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 26.3, Sodium 1179, Carbohydrate 63.9, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 2.1, Protein 16.2

GARDEN RISOTTO



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With asparagus, spinach and peas, this simple side adds spectacular flavor and tons of health benefits from green veggies. Add some Parmesan cheese, and you've got one delectable dish! -Kendra Doss, Kansas City, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
4-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 medium onion, chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
1-1/2 cups uncooked arborio rice
1/2 cup dry white wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups fresh baby spinach
1 cup frozen peas
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in a steamer basket; place in a small saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Set aside., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat broth and keep warm. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute onion in oil until tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in the wine, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until all of the liquid is absorbed., Add heated broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly. Allow the liquid to absorb between additions. Cook just until risotto is creamy and rice is almost tender. (Cooking time is about 20 minutes.), Add the spinach, peas, cheese and reserved asparagus; cook and stir until heated through. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 539mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

OLIVE GARDEN RISOTTO MILANESE



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This recipe is time-consuming and must be watched closely for additions timing. BUT, well worth the effort !! Source: Olive Garden

Provided by Skip Davis

Categories     Rice Sides

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 c olive oil
1/2 c yellow onion, finely chopped
1-1/2 c arborio rice
1/2 c white wine
5 c chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 tsp saffron threads (optional)
2 Tbsp butter
1/2 c parmesan cheese - grated
salt & freshly ground black pepper - to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil, onions and saffron. Cook 3 minutes or until onions are soft.
  • 2. Keep broth warm in a separate pot at medium-low heat. Add rice to the onions and stir for 2 minutes. Add white wine and let evaporate. Add the broth, about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently. Wait until each addition is almost completely absorbed by the rice. Continue to add until all of the broth has been used. Turn off heat.
  • 3. Add butter and Parmesan cheese. Stir to combine with rice/risotto. Transfer to large bowl and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.
  • 4. NOTE: Finished risotto is creamy and rice is firm. Serves 4 Source: Olive Garden

VEGETABLE GARDEN RISOTTO



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Categories     Vegetarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

250g/10oz broad beans
50g/2oz butter
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
3-4 sprigs fresh thyme
1 long strip lemon zest
1 bay leaf
150g/5oz Arborio risotto rice
150ml/5oz dry white wine
750ml/1 pint 7fl oz hot vegetable stock
100g/3½oz peas
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into short lengths
100g/3½oz fresh runner beans, de-stringed and cut into long thin strips
100g/3½oz feta cheese, drained and crumbled into small pieces
sea salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper
parmesan shavings, to serve

Steps:

  • 1. Fill a saucepan with water and bring to the boil. Add the broad beans and return to the boil. Cook for one minute then drain in a colander under running water until cold. Remove the beans from their skins and set aside. Mix the mint with two tablespoons of the olive oil and set aside. 2. Melt 25g/1oz of the butter with the remaining oil in a large non-stick saucepan and fry the onion and garlic for five minutes until softened, but not coloured. Stir in the thyme, lemon zest, bay leaf and risotto rice and cook for a few seconds more until the rice is glistening. 3. Pour the wine in to the pan and boil over a medium heat until the liquid has reduced by half. Slowly start adding the stock, a ladleful at a time, stirring well between each addition. Simmer for 2-3 minutes or until the liquid has almost all been absorbed before adding more. Cook for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender. 4. Meanwhile, fill a medium saucepan with water and bring to the boil. Cook the runner beans for three minutes, or until tender. Drain in a colander then return to the pan and toss with a small knob of the remaining butter and plenty of ground black pepper. 5. Remove the thyme and lemon zest from the rice and discard. Stir in the broad beans, peas and asparagus with the remaining stock and cook for three minutes until tender, stirring regularly. Remove from the heat and stir in the feta. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cover with a lid and set aside. 6. Add the remaining butter to the risotto and stir. Spoon into four deep plates and tap gently on the work surface to spread the risotto slightly. Spoon over the minted olive oil. Top with the runner beans and shavings of fresh parmesan and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use the right rice: Arborio or Carnaroli rice are the best choices for risotto because they hold their shape well and absorb the flavors of the other ingredients.
  • Toast the rice: This step helps to release the starches in the rice and create a creamy texture.
  • Add liquid gradually: Adding the liquid in small increments allows the rice to absorb it slowly and evenly.
  • Stir constantly: Stirring the risotto helps to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pot and also helps to release the starches.
  • Be patient: Risotto takes time to cook, so don't rush the process. It should take about 18-20 minutes for the rice to be cooked through.
  • Add your favorite ingredients: Once the rice is cooked, you can add your favorite ingredients to create a delicious and flavorful risotto. Some popular additions include vegetables, meat, seafood, and cheese.

Conclusion:

Risotto is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. By following these tips, you can make a perfect risotto every time. So next time you're looking for a satisfying and flavorful meal, give risotto a try!

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