Lemon Risotto Recipe - Creamy Italian Delight
Lemon Risotto — a italian recipe (main course) with 11 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.
40
Total Time (min)
4
servings
414
Calories/serving
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth (warm)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup dry white wine (optional)
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 3 tablespoons butter (unsalted)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
Instructions
7 steps
Sauté Aromatics
In a large pan, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
Avoid browning the onions.Add Garlic
Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Don’t let garlic burn.Toast Rice
Add Arborio rice to the pan and toast for 2-3 minutes until slightly translucent.
Stir constantly to prevent sticking.Deglaze with Wine
Pour in the white wine (if using) and stir until absorbed.
This adds great flavor.Add Broth Gradually
Begin adding warm broth, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until each addition is absorbed before adding the next.
This helps the rice release starch, making it creamy.Incorporate Lemon
Once the rice is al dente, stir in lemon juice, zest, remaining butter, and Parmesan cheese.
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.Serve
Remove from heat and let sit for a couple of minutes before serving.
Garnish with extra lemon zest or Parmesan if desired.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your italian meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Lemon Risotto Recipe - Creamy Italian Delight is a beloved dish from Italian cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 40 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Italian cuisine is renowned worldwide for its emphasis on simple, quality ingredients and time-honored techniques. Each region of Italy has its own distinct culinary traditions, passed down through generations.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 12 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can omit the wine and use extra broth instead.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
