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Creamy Spring Pea Risotto Recipe Perfect for Spring

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A creamy, velvety risotto featuring fresh spring peas, mint, and lemon zest, perfect for brightening up your spring cooking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup arborio rice
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth, warmed
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen spring peas, thawed if frozen
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnishes: extra Parmesan cheese, whole mint leaves, a drizzle of olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, warm the chicken or vegetable broth over low heat. Keep it warm but not boiling.
  2. Heat the butter and olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the arborio rice to the pan and stir to coat in the butter and oil. Toast the rice for 1-2 minutes until it starts to smell nutty.
  4. Pour in 1/2 cup of the warm broth and stir constantly until the liquid is absorbed.
  5. Continue adding the broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently. Wait until each addition is absorbed before adding more. This process should take about 20-25 minutes.
  6. When the rice is creamy and tender with a slight bite, stir in the peas and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  7. Remove the pan from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped mint. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan, mint leaves, and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.

Notes

Keep the broth warm but not boiling for smooth risotto. Stir constantly for a creamy texture. Adjust seasoning and cheese to taste.

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Keywords: spring risotto, creamy risotto, pea risotto, mint risotto, lemon risotto, vegetarian risotto

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