Best 5 Lemon Risotto With Peas Recipes

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Are you in search of a delectable and vibrant dish that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also impresses your dinner guests? Embark on a culinary journey with us as we guide you through the art of crafting a scrumptious lemon risotto with peas. This delightful dish is a symphony of flavors, combining the tangy brightness of lemons, the delicate sweetness of peas, and the creamy richness of risotto rice. With its vibrant hues and enticing aroma, lemon risotto with peas is sure to leave a lasting impression, making it the perfect choice for a special meal or a memorable dinner party.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON RISOTTO WITH PEAS



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Lemon adds a refreshing taste to this lovely risotto dish that's perfect for spring. Sue Dannahower of Fort Pierce, Florida sent us this easy side that's festively sprinkled with baby peas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 to 4-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 shallots, finely chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/2 cups uncooked arborio rice
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup white wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, heat broth and keep warm. In a large nonstick skillet, saute shallots in butter for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add the rice, thyme and pepper; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Stir in wine and lemon juice. Cook and stir until all of the liquid is absorbed. , Stir in heated broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly. Allow liquid to absorb between additions. Cook just until risotto is creamy and rice is almost tender. Total cooking time is about 20 minutes. Add the peas, cheese and lemon zest; cook and stir until heated through. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 440mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY LEMON RISOTTO WITH PEAS



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I love risotto, but I hate standing over a hot stove stirring the simmering rice for half an hour, especially during hot Georgia summers. This recipe gives you all the flavor and gets you out of the kitchen fast! For an easy vegetarian dinner, serve the risotto with a side salad of mixed baby greens, walnuts and quartreed turkey figs, tossed with Sherry-Walnut Oil Vinaigrette. While you're putting the salad together, warm up a loaf of hot, crusty French bread in the oven.

Provided by Deep South

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons oil (canola or olive)
1 small yellow onion, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup arborio rice
2 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup frozen peas
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 lemon (freshly squeezed only!)
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (fresh or dried)
salt and pepper
lemon zest (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil over medium heat in a skillet (one that has a tight-fitting lid).
  • Saute the onion for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and sautee for one minute (don't let it start to brown, just become fragrant).
  • Add in the Arborio rice and stir for one minute until coated with oil.
  • Add in the veggie broth and bring to a boil.
  • Cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Stir in frozen peas. If the rice is drying out, add a little water.
  • Cover and return to low heat for 5 more minutes or until all of the liquid is absorbed, the rice is tender and the peas are heated through.
  • Add Parmesan cheese, juice of one lemon, parsley, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Top with lemon zest and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.1, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 116.5, Carbohydrate 45.7, Fiber 3, Sugar 2, Protein 7

LEMON RISOTTO WITH ASPARAGUS AND PEAS



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If you would prefer a simple lemon risotto, omit the asparagus and peas.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken stock
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 cup Arborio rice
1/2 cup dry white wine
6 thin asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 1-inch lengths
1 cup thawed frozen peas
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus more for serving
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Bring stock to a boil in a medium saucepan; turn off heat.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat in another medium saucepan. Add onion; cook, stirring constantly, until translucent, 6 to 7 minutes. Add rice; cook, stirring constantly, until edges of grains are translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Raise heat to medium-high. Add wine; cook, stirring constantly, until wine has completely evaporated.
  • Add 1/2 cup stock; cook, stirring constantly, until stock has been completely absorbed and a wooden spoon drawn through rice leaves a trail in its wake. Continue adding about 4 more cups stock, 1/2 cup at a time, waiting for each addition to be absorbed before adding the next. (It should take about 13 minutes.)
  • Stir in the asparagus. Add 1/2 to 1 cup more stock, in same manner as described above. About 1 minute before risotto is done, stir in the peas. Risotto is done when liquid looks creamy and grains are cooked but still slightly firm in centers. (The total cooking time will be 16 to 20 minutes.)
  • Remove from heat; stir in 1/2 cup stock. (You may have stock left over.) Stir in zest, juice, remaining 2 tablespoons butter, parsley, and cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with more cheese.

LEMON RISOTTO



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An easy Lemon Risotto recipe. Lemon juice and peel offer a double punch of flavor in this delicious dish. Serve the risotto Italian-style as a first course, or American-style as a main course.

Categories     Rice     Side     Sauté     Parmesan     Lemon     White Wine     Spring     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 first-course or 4 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
3 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large shallots, chopped
2 cups arborio rice or medium-grain white rice
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 3 ounces)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 teaspoons grated lemon peel

Steps:

  • Bring broth to simmer in large saucepan over medium heat. Reduce heat to low; cover to keep warm. Melt 1 1/2 tablespoons butter with oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots and sauté until tender, about 6 minutes. Add rice; stir 1 minute. Add wine and stir until evaporated, about 30 seconds. Add 1 1/2 cups hot broth; simmer until absorbed, stirring frequently. Add remaining broth 1/2 cup at a time, allowing broth to be absorbed before adding more and stirring frequently until rice is creamy and tender, about 35 minutes. Stir in cheese and remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in parsley, lemon juice, and lemon peel. Season risotto with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl and serve.

LEMON & PEA RISOTTO



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With just five ingredients this risotto is simple to whip up after a hard day's work, or better still, get someone else to cook it for you!

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Side dish, Supper

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

200g risotto rice
850g hot vegetable stock
50g frozen garden pea or petit pois
50g parmesan (or vegetarian substitute), grated, plus extra to serve
juice and zest 1⁄2 lemon

Steps:

  • Heat a large saucepan over a medium heat, then toast the rice, stirring constantly, for 1 min. Add 1 ladleful of hot stock and stir until absorbed. Reduce the heat. Add the rest of the stock, a ladleful at a time, until the rice is almost cooked and stock is absorbed, about 20 mins.
  • Stir in the peas, cooking for 3-5 mins, then remove the pan from the heat. Add the cheese, lemon juice and seasoning, then stir. Scatter with the lemon zest, then serve immediately, with extra grated Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 84 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 20 grams protein, Sodium 1.04 milligram of sodium

Tips for Making the Best Lemon Risotto with Peas

  • Use high-quality ingredients. This means using fresh lemons, frozen or fresh peas, and a good quality Arborio rice.
  • Toast the rice before adding the liquid. This will help to develop the flavors of the rice and give it a slightly nutty flavor.
  • Add the liquid gradually. This will help to prevent the rice from becoming too mushy.
  • Stir the risotto frequently. This will help to prevent the rice from sticking to the pan and will also help to create a creamy texture.
  • Cook the risotto until it is al dente. This means that the rice should be slightly firm to the bite.
  • Season the risotto to taste. This may include adding salt, pepper, lemon juice, and/or grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Serve the risotto immediately. This will help to prevent the rice from becoming too mushy.

Conclusion

Lemon risotto with peas is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover rice, and it can be easily tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a perfect lemon risotto with peas that your friends and family will love.

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