ZUCCHINI RISOTTO

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This creamy main dish gets a splash of color with the addition of zucchini, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil. With much less butter than in a typical risotto recipe and no wine, there's no running around for ingredients you don't have on hand! The result is a lovely, light flavor in a very filling meal.

Provided by LitleLisa1

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Risotto Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

7 cups vegetable or chicken stock
1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cups Arborio rice, uncooked
½ medium zucchini, thinly sliced with a vegetable peeler
10 sun-dried tomatoes, softened and chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
6 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan (or mozzarella) cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves, or to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring vegetable or chicken stock to a boil in a medium stock pot, then reduce heat to a low simmer.
  • Melt butter in a large, heavy bottomed stock pot over medium heat. Stir in onions and cook for 2 minutes, or until softened. Add the rice and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly toasted. Gradually ladle in simmering vegetable stock, stirring continuously. Risotto will become "creamy" and slightly sticky, yet still firm in the center, or al dente.
  • When almost finished, stir in the zucchini, sun-dried tomatoes, and thyme, adding stock as needed and stirring continuously. Stir in basil and 3 tablespoons cheese just before serving. Divide risotto among 6 bowls, sprinkle with remaining cheese, and season with pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.5 calories, Carbohydrate 71.2 g, Cholesterol 9.5 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 699.2 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

Zair Marquez
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I love the combination of zucchini and Parmesan cheese in this risotto. It's a simple but flavorful dish that's perfect for a summer meal.


payal maharaj
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This risotto is a great way to use up leftover zucchini. It's also a very versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish.


Md Nahid Prince
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this risotto was to make. It's a great weeknight meal that's both healthy and delicious.


Ameir Son Furnature
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This was my first time making risotto and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the dish was absolutely delicious. I especially loved the addition of the zucchini, which added a nice sweetness to the dish.


Md Sahadat Islam
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I've made this risotto several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The zucchini and Parmesan cheese are a perfect combination and the lemon zest really brightens up the dish. I highly recommend this recipe!


Nafaa Nafai
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This risotto was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it needed more salt and pepper.


Anita Gachaga
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I made this risotto for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation. I will definitely be making this again.


Pavan Nadeeranga
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This risotto was a bit too creamy for my taste. I think it would have been better with less butter or cream.


curry
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I love the combination of zucchini and Parmesan cheese in this risotto. It's a simple but flavorful dish that's perfect for a summer meal.


Dan Xia
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This risotto is a great way to use up leftover zucchini. It's also a very versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish.


David Thriller
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this risotto was to make. It's a great weeknight meal that's both healthy and delicious.


Dinesh Pandey
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This was my first time making risotto and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the dish was absolutely delicious. I especially loved the addition of the zucchini, which added a nice sweetness to the dish.


Carlos Reign
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I've made this risotto several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The zucchini and Parmesan cheese are a perfect combination and the lemon zest really brightens up the dish. I highly recommend this recipe!


Suriya Pakhrin
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This risotto was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it needed more salt and pepper.


Sanwal
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I made this risotto for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation. I will definitely be making this again.


Adepoju Blessing
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5 stars! This risotto is creamy, flavorful, and packed with vegetables. It's a perfect meal for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.


Beverly Jezek
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This was my first time making risotto and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the dish was absolutely delicious. Thank you for sharing this recipe!


Mariska Koso
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I've tried many risotto recipes, but this one is by far the best. The zucchini and Parmesan cheese add a wonderful flavor and texture. I highly recommend this recipe!


Jessica Ogwuche
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This zucchini risotto was a delightful surprise! The flavors were so well-balanced and the texture was creamy and delicious. I especially loved the addition of the lemon zest, which really brightened up the dish. I will definitely be making this agai