Description
Mushroom and Pea Risotto is a creamy, comforting dish that harmoniously blends earthy mushrooms and sweet green peas. This easy-to-make risotto is perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests, delivering restaurant-quality flavors from the comfort of your kitchen. With its vibrant colors and inviting aroma, this dish will become a staple in your meal rotation. Enjoy it as a satisfying main course or a side dish that elevates any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms (preferably cremini)
- 1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: chop onions, mince garlic, and slice mushrooms.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt olive oil and butter. Add onions and garlic; sauté until fragrant and translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add sliced mushrooms; cook until softened (5-6 minutes).
- Stir in Arborio rice, cooking until slightly translucent (1-2 minutes).
- Pour in white wine; let simmer until mostly absorbed.
- Gradually add warm vegetable broth one ladle at a time, stirring often until absorbed (approximately 20 minutes).
- Mix in green peas and grated Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg