Best 9 Risotto With Ground Meat And Veg Recipes

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Risotto with ground meat and vegetables is a hearty, flavorful, and comforting dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its creamy texture, savory ground meat, and colorful vegetables, this risotto will surely be a hit with the whole family. This article will guide you through the steps of making a delicious risotto with ground meat and vegetables, ensuring you end up with a perfectly cooked dish that is packed with flavor and nutrients. Get ready to explore the delightful combination of succulent ground meat, tender vegetables, and creamy arborio rice blended together in a rich and velvety sauce.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

GROUND BEEF RISOTTO



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Rice is twice as nice in this recipe-it's a side and main dish in one!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup uncooked Arborio or regular long-grain white rice
3 1/2 cups Progresso™ beef flavored broth (from 32-oz carton)
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup shredded fresh Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef, onion, garlic and pepper over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain if desired. Stir in rice; cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in broth; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover; simmer 10 minutes.
  • Stir in carrot. Cook uncovered 5 to 7 minutes longer or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Remove skillet from heat. Stir in cheese. Cover; let stand 3 minutes. Sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1140 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1 g

RISOTTO WITH VEGETABLES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, diced
Salt
1 cup carnaroli rice
1 cup white wine
2 cups vegetable stock or chicken stock
6 ounces zucchini, diced
6 ounces red bell pepper, diced
6 ounces yellow bell pepper, diced
1 tomato, diced
Fresh basil
Cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • Using a heavy sauce pot, heat the olive oil and saute the onions until translucent, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. Season with salt.
  • Add the rice and toast for another minute. Add the white wine and vegetable stock and stir until a creamy consistency. Allow rice to cook for 15 minutes until rich and creamy.
  • Once rice is cooked, add the zucchini, peppers, and tomato and mix well.
  • To serve, place on large platter and garnish with basil leaves and cherry tomatoes.

BROWN RICE AND VEGETABLE RISOTTO



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While the nature of brown rice means that this dish will take longer to cook than standard risotto, it is well worth the wait. Feel free to adapt the recipe according to whatever seasonal produce is available to you.

Provided by Carla

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Risotto Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 quart vegetable broth, or as needed
5 cups water, or as needed
½ pound asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup finely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cups short-grain brown rice
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 zucchini, diced
½ cup green peas, thawed if frozen
⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon butter
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring vegetable broth and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Add asparagus, reduce heat to low, and simmer until just tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer asparagus to a bowl of ice water; let chill for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside. Meanwhile, cover saucepan and keep broth mixture at a near-simmer on low heat.
  • Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion and garlic; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add rice and cook, stirring gently, until toasted and fragrant, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Pour 1 cup of the hot broth mixture into the rice and cook, stirring constantly, until liquid is almost absorbed. Adjust heat if necessary to maintain a simmer. Repeat, using 1/2 cup liquid at a time, until rice is just beginning to become tender, about 25 minutes.
  • Stir in diced carrots. Continue adding broth and stirring rice mixture until carrots are just tender, about 20 minutes more. Mix in zucchini; if broth mixture gets low, add hot water as needed. Cook and stir, adding broth, until rice is tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix in drained asparagus and peas and cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes, Add Parmesan and butter, stirring until butter melts. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour in an additional 1/2 cup hot broth to the finished risotto for a softer consistency, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.6 calories, Carbohydrate 47.1 g, Cholesterol 12.9 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 500.3 mg, Sugar 7 g

BAKED VEGETABLE RISOTTO



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Creamy rice pairs well with crisp-tender beans and peppers. It's a terrific side dish that goes great with many meals.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 package (8 oz) cremini mushrooms, quartered
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary leaves
1 cup uncooked Arborio rice
1 can (14 oz) chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 cup white wine or water
1 1/2 cups frozen cut green beans, thawed and drained
1/2 cup roasted red bell peppers (from a jar), cut into strips
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 2 1/2-quart casserole with cooking spray. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, mushrooms and rosemary. Cook 3 to 5 minutes over medium heat, stirring frequently, until mushrooms start to soften.
  • Add rice. Cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add broth and wine; heat to boiling. Remove from heat; pour into casserole.
  • Cover casserole. Bake 15 minutes. Stir in green beans, roasted peppers and 1/2 cup of the cheese. Cover; bake 10 to 15 minutes longer or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Stir in remaining 1/2 cup cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 880 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

VEGETABLE RISOTTO



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Short grain rice is preferred when making this classic Italian dish. Arborio rice is the most widely available short grain rice to use.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1-1/2 cups uncooked arborio rice
1 cup white wine
4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 cups chopped yellow summer squash
2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1 package (10 ounces) frozen cooked winter squash, thawed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute onion and garlic in butter for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add the rice; cook and stir for 1 minute or until rice is glossy and coated with butter. Stir in wine; cook for 2 minutes or until wine is absorbed. , Stir in the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender. Let stand, uncovered, for 10 minutes before serving.

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FRESH VEGETABLE RISOTTO



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Classic risotto is an Italian short grain rice simmered and constantly stirred so it slowly absorbs the cooking liquid, resulting in a creamy, delicious dish. This one is flavored with colorful vegetables and two cheeses.

Provided by BeccaB3c

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 cup arborio rice or 1 cup long grain rice
3 cups vegetable broth or 3 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup bite-size asparagus or 3/4 cup broccoli, pieces
1 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced (3/4 cup)
1/4 cup shredded carrot
1 cup shredded Fontina cheese (4 ounces) or 1 cup muenster cheese (4 ounces)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons snipped fresh basil or 3 tablespoons parsley
tomatoes, slices (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan cook the mushrooms, onion, and garlic in hot oil till onion is tender but not brown.
  • Stir in the rice- Cook and stir for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in another saucepan bring the vegetable or chicken broth to a boil; reduce heat and simmer.
  • Slowly add 1 cup of the broth to the rice mixture, stirring constantly.
  • Continue to cook and stir till liquid is absorbed.
  • Add 1/2 cup broth and the asparagus or broccoli to the rice mixture, stirring constantly.
  • Continue to cook and stir till liquid is absorbed.
  • Add 1 cup more broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly till the broth has been absorbed.
  • This should take about 15 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato, carrot, and the remaining 1/2 cup broth.
  • Cook and stir till rice is slighly creamy and just tender.
  • Stir in fontina or Muenster cheese, Parmesan cheese, and basil or parsley.
  • If desired, garnish with some tomato slices- Serve immediately.

VEGAN MUSHROOM RISOTTO



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This risotto is chock-full of mushroom flavor in the best possible way! Make sure to use a really good vegetable stock in this as it makes all the difference. Top with vegan cheese, or add in some nutritional yeast for extra flavor, if desired.

Provided by Kim

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Risotto Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups vegetable stock, or more if needed
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 (8 ounce) packages baby bella mushrooms, chopped
1 medium onion, diced
1 celery stalk, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups Arborio rice
1 cup dry white wine
1 ½ teaspoons dried thyme
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Pour vegetable stock into a large pot and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and keep warm.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 10 minutes. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in celery and garlic, and cook until garlic is fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  • Add remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and Arborio rice to the pot. Cook, stirring often, until rice is opaque and smells slightly toasted, 2 to 4 minutes. Stir in white wine, and cook until it evaporates, an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper.
  • Begin stirring in reserved warm vegetable stock, 1 cup at a time, allowing each addition of stock to be fully absorbed before adding in the next, stirring continuously. Continue adding broth gradually while stirring constantly, until rice is tender and creamy, about 20 minutes. Season with additional salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 670.3 calories, Carbohydrate 110.5 g, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 1009.6 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE RISOTTO



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Make and share this Chicken and Vegetable Risotto recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ck2plz

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups sliced mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped onion
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
3 -4 tablespoons finley chopped fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
6 cups redcued sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cups uncooked arborio rice or 1 1/2 cups converted rice
1 lb chicken tenders, cut into 1/2 inch pieces, cooked
2 cups broccoli florets, cooked crisp-tender
4 plum tomatoes, seeded, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Spary nonstick saucepaun with cooking spray; heat over medium heat until hot. Add mushrooms, onion and garlic; cook and stir about 5 minutes or until tender. Add parsley and basil; cook and stir 1 minute.
  • Place chicken broth into medium saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Add rice to mushroom mixture; cook and stir over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes. Add chicken broth to mushroom mixture, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly until broth is absorbed before adding next 1/2 cup. Continue adding broth and stirring until rice is tender and mixture is creamy, 20-25 minutes.
  • Add chicken, broccoli, tomatoes, salt and pepper. Cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505.9, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 68, Sodium 1566.1, Carbohydrate 69.8, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 4.2, Protein 42.6

ROASTED VEGETABLE RISOTTO



Roasted Vegetable Risotto image

Risotto seems like an indulgence, but this one is easy to make and the taste is like something created by a professional chef! The roasted vegetables add wonderful flavor to the creamy, rich rice dish.-

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups chicken stock
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup uncooked arborio rice
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup white wine
2 cups Roasted Green Vegetable Medley
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat stock and keep warm. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute garlic in butter for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add rice and pepper; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in wine. 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 vegetables; cook and stir until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 386mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Tips:

  • Use flavorful ground meat: Choose a ground meat with a high fat content, such as ground beef or ground pork, for a richer flavor. You can also use a leaner ground meat, such as ground turkey or ground chicken, if you prefer.
  • Sauté the vegetables until they are tender: This will help to bring out their natural sweetness and flavor. Be careful not to overcook the vegetables, as they should still have a little bit of crunch.
  • Use a good quality broth: The broth is the base of the risotto, so it's important to use a good quality one. You can use chicken broth, beef broth, or vegetable broth, depending on the type of ground meat you are using.
  • Cook the risotto slowly and stir it frequently: This will help to prevent the rice from sticking to the pan and will also help to create a creamy texture. Be patient and don't rush the process.
  • Add the ground meat and vegetables towards the end of the cooking time: This will help to prevent them from overcooking. Stir them in until they are heated through.
  • Season the risotto to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add grated Parmesan cheese for a richer flavor.

Conclusion:

Risotto with ground meat and vegetables is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. It's a great way to use up leftover ground meat and vegetables, and it's also a good way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With a little bit of planning, you can make a delicious and satisfying risotto with ground meat and vegetables that your whole family will enjoy.

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