How do I whip up a delightful lemon parmesan risotto?

Embrace the tangy freshness of our Lemon Parmesan Risotto recipe. A zesty twist on a classic dish that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I whip up a delightful Lemon Parmesan Risotto. Items include: Arborio rice Vegetable broth Onion Garlic cloves Lemon Grated Parmesan cheese Butter Olive oil Salt Pepper

Arborio rice 1 cup
Vegetable broth 4 cups
Onion 1 (finely chopped)
Garlic cloves 3 (minced)
Lemon 1 (zested and juiced)
Grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup
Butter 2 tablespoons
Olive oil 2 tablespoons
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste

Take note
Be careful while handling knife and hot pans.

1

Gather all the fresh ingredients

Go shopping and get ready to assemble the dream team of flavors! For this lemony masterpiece, you'll need 1 cup of Arborio rice, 4 cups of vegetable broth, 1 onion (finely chopped), 3 garlic cloves (minced), 1 lemon (zested and juiced), 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons of butter, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper.

2

Sauté the onions and garlic

Heat a large pan over medium heat and add the olive oil and butter. Once the butter has melted, add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté them until they turn golden brown, filling your kitchen with an incredible aroma.

3

Cook the Arborio rice to perfection

Add the Arborio rice to the pan and stir it continuously for about 2 minutes. This step is called toasting the rice and it helps to enhance the nutty flavor of the grains. Now, add a ladleful of the vegetable broth to the pan and stir until the liquid is absorbed. Repeat this process until all the broth is used and the rice is cooked to a creamy consistency. This will take around 20 minutes, so make sure to keep stirring and adding broth little by little.

4

Add the lemon zest and juice

Once the Arborio rice is cooked and creamy, it's time to add a burst of freshness! Zest the lemon directly into the pan, making sure to catch all those fragrant oils. Squeeze in the juice of the lemon as well, giving the risotto a tangy kick. Stir everything together and let the flavors mingle for a minute.

5

Finish with a sprinkle of Parmesan

Take your grated Parmesan cheese and sprinkle it over the risotto. Stir it in gently, allowing the cheese to melt and add a touch of saltiness to the dish. Give it a taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.

6

Serve and enjoy

You've made it to the finish line! Plate up your Lemon Parmesan Risotto and garnish it with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or extra lemon zest for an added pop of color and flavor. Grab a fork, take a bite, and savor the tangy, creamy deliciousness!