Easy Lemon Risotto With Peas

11 ingredients
10 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons oil (canola or olive)
  • 1 small yellow onion, minced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup arborio rice
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 lemon (freshly squeezed only!)
  • 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (fresh or dried)
  • salt and pepper
  • lemon zest (optional)

Directions

  1. 1
    Heat the oil over medium heat in a skillet (one that has a tight-fitting lid).
  2. 2
    Saute the onion for 2-3 minutes.
  3. 3
    Add the garlic and sautee for one minute (don't let it start to brown, just become fragrant).
  4. 4
    Add in the Arborio rice and stir for one minute until coated with oil.
  5. 5
    Add in the veggie broth and bring to a boil.
  6. 6
    Cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  7. 7
    Stir in frozen peas. If the rice is drying out, add a little water.
  8. 8
    Cover and return to low heat for 5 more minutes or until all of the liquid is absorbed, the rice is tender and the peas are heated through.
  9. 9
    Add Parmesan cheese, juice of one lemon, parsley, and salt and pepper to taste.
  10. 10
    Top with lemon zest and serve.

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