Best 3 Lemon Broccoli Risotto Recipes

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Lemon broccoli risotto is a flavorful and vibrant dish that combines the tangy zing of lemon with the earthy sweetness of broccoli. This classic Italian dish is a wonderful option for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner. With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying risotto that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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LEMON RISOTTO WITH BROCCOLI



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A creamy, rich party-special alternative to potatoes. -Judy Grebetz, Racine, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 cups uncooked arborio rice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/2 cup dry white wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 cups chopped fresh broccoli
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring broth to a simmer; keep hot. In another large saucepan heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes. Add rice and lemon zest; cook and stir until rice is coated, 1-2 minutes. , Stir in wine. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer; cook and stir util wine is absorbed. Add hot broth, 1/2 cup at a time, cooking and stirring until broth has been absorbed after each addition, adding broccoli after half the broth has been added. Cook until rice is tender but firm to the bite, and risotto is creamy. Remove from heat; stir in cheese and lemon juice. Sprinkle with thyme. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 460mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROCCOLI RISOTTO WITH CREAM AND LEMON



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A creamy risotto with broccoli and just a hint of lemon.

Provided by Brittany

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Risotto Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
½ large sweet onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 ½ cups Arborio rice
½ cup dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
5 cups hot chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
3 cups cooked broccoli florets
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1 ½ tablespoons grated Asiago cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil and butter in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic; cook and stir until the onion begins to turn golden brown at the edges, about 2 minutes. Pour in the rice, and stir until the rice is coated in oil and has started to toast, 3 to 4 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the white wine and lemon juice.
  • Cook and stir until the wine has mostly evaporated, then stir in one third of the chicken broth; continue stirring until incorporated. Repeat this process twice more, stirring constantly. Stirring in the broth should take 15 to 20 minutes in all. Stir in the cream, and cook 5 minutes before stirring in the broccoli, chives, Parmesan cheese, and Asiago cheese. Cook and stir until the risotto is hot; season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.1 calories, Carbohydrate 52.6 g, Cholesterol 71.8 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 106.4 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

LEMON BROCCOLI RISOTTO



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Categories     Rice     Side     Quick & Easy     Lemon     Broccoli     Gourmet     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
1 pound broccoli, cut into flowerets, quartered if large, and stems cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 small onion, chopped fine
1 small garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups rice (short, medium, or long grain)
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan bring the broth and the water to a boil and in the broth simmer the broccoli flowerets for 3 minutes, or until they are just tender. Transfer the flowerets with a skimmer to a bowl and reserve them. To the simmering broth add the broccoli stems, the zest, and the lemon juice and simmer the mixture for 5 minutes. While the stems are cooking, in a large heavy saucepan cook the onion and the garlic in the oil over moderately low heat, stirring, until the onion is softened and stir in the rice, stirring until each grain is coated with the oil. Add 1/2 cup of the simmering broth, stems included, and cook the mixture over moderately high heat, stirring constantly, until the broth is absorbed. Continue adding the broth mixture, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly and letting each portion be absorbed before adding the next, until the rice is tender but still al dente. (The rice should take about 20 minutes to become al dente.) Stir in the reserved broccoli flowerets and simmer the risotto, stirring, until the flowerets are heated through. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the Parmesan and salt and pepper to taste.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful vegetables, a creamy arborio rice, and a good quality white wine will make all the difference in the final dish.
  • Don't overcook the rice. Risotto should be cooked until it is al dente, with a slight bite to it. Overcooked rice will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Stir the risotto constantly. This will help to create a creamy sauce and prevent the rice from sticking to the pan.
  • Add the liquid gradually. Don't add all of the liquid at once. Instead, add it in small batches, stirring constantly until the rice has absorbed each addition.
  • Season the risotto to taste. Salt, pepper, and grated Parmesan cheese are all classic seasonings for risotto. You can also add other herbs and spices to taste, such as garlic, basil, or oregano.

Conclusion:

Lemon broccoli risotto is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a side dish. It is also a relatively easy dish to make, so it is perfect for home cooks of all skill levels. By following the tips above, you can make a perfect lemon broccoli risotto that is sure to impress your friends and family.

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