Asparagus Risotto

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup LAND O LAKES(R) Butter
  • 2 tablespoons chopped shallots
  • 1 (8 ounce) package fresh mushrooms, chopped
  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, ends trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked Arborio rice
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 4 cups vegetable stock
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
  • Salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in 4-quart saucepan over medium heat until sizzling. Add shallots, mushrooms and asparagus. Cook 4-5 minutes or until asparagus is crisply tender and shallots are softened. Remove vegetables from pan; set aside.
  2. Place rice into pan; stir until well-coated. Cook 1 minute; add wine. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until wine is absorbed. Add stock 1/2 cup at a time, stirring occasionally after each addition, until liquid is absorbed.
  3. Stir in cooked vegetables, cherry tomatoes, Parmesan cheese. Add lemon zest and salt, if desired.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

300 kcal 15% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 17.1g 34% DV
Total Fat 1.8g 2% DV
Carbs 51.6g 19% DV
Fiber 5g 18% DV
Sugar 11.3g 23% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10215.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 750.5mg 16% DV
Cholesterol 5mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 20.5mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 11.7mg 13% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 265.3mg 20% DV
Iron 4.3mg 24% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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