Green Risotto Recipe

Name: Green Risotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup finely minced scallions; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup rice, preferably Arborio rice; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 3 to 4 cups chicken broth, simmering; 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves; 1 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh spinach leaves; 1/2 cup loosely packed parsley leaves, preferably Italian; 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus additional for the table; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1/3 cup finely minced scallions
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup rice, preferably Arborio rice
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 to 4 cups chicken broth, simmering
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
1 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh spinach leaves
1/2 cup loosely packed parsley leaves, preferably Italian
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus additional for the table
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

1
Saute the scallions in 1 tablespoon of the butter and the oil in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes.
2
Add the rice and garlic; cook over medium heat until the rice is opaque and pearl-like, about 3 minutes.
3
Add the hot broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon and waiting until the broth is absorbed before adding more.
4
While the risotto is cooking, blend together the basil, spinach, parsley, and remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a food processor.
5
Continue adding broth 1/2 cup at a time to the risotto until the rice is cooked but still al dente, or firm to the bite.
6
(All the broth may not be needed.)
7
Stir in the herb butter, 1/4 cup Parmesan, the salt, and pepper.
8
Serve immediately.
9
If desired, pass additional Parmesan at the table.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup finely minced scallions, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 cup rice, preferably Arborio rice, and more.

Yes, Green Risotto falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Green Risotto

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