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creamy spring veggie risotto
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Spring Veggie Risotto

This spring veggie risotto is creamy, comforting, and balanced with fresh seasonal vegetables like asparagus, peas, and zucchini. It’s a perfect spring recipe that feels light yet satisfying, with a smooth texture and bright flavor in every bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 3
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 338
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup arborio rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup asparagus chopped
  • ½ cup green peas
  • ½ cup zucchini diced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley
  • Lemon zest
  • parmesan for serving

Method
 

  1. Warm the broth

    Heat vegetable broth in a saucepan over low heat and keep it warm.

  2. Cook the aromatics

    Heat olive oil and butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.

  3. Toast the rice

    Add arborio rice and stir for about 2 minutes until slightly translucent.

  4. Add broth gradually

    Add one ladle of warm broth and stir gently. Let it absorb before adding more. Repeat this process, stirring occasionally.

  5. Add vegetables

    When the rice is halfway cooked, add asparagus, peas, and zucchini. Continue adding broth and stirring until the rice is tender and creamy.

  6. Finish the risotto

    Stir in parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Add fresh herbs or lemon zest if using. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Don’t rush the broth step. Adding it slowly is what gives risotto that creamy texture.
  • Keep the broth warm. Cold broth messes with the cooking process and slows everything down.
  • Don’t overcook the vegetables. You want them slightly fresh, not mushy.
  • Stir occasionally, not constantly. You’re not trying to babysit the pan every second.
  • Add lemon zest at the end if you want that fresh spring flavor to stand out more.