Lemony Asparagus Risotto Recipe

Name: Lemony Asparagus Risotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients: 5 cups chicken or vegetable broth; 1 cup dry white wine; 1/4 cup ( 1/2 stick) butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 large shallots, chopped; 2 cups arborio rice; 1 cup asparagus tips, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 cup grated parmesan; 1/4 cup mascarpone cheese; Zest of 1 large lemon; 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup ( 1/2 stick) butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 large shallots, chopped
2 cups arborio rice
1 cup asparagus tips, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup grated parmesan
1/4 cup mascarpone cheese
Zest of 1 large lemon
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
In a stockpot, combine the broth and the wine.
2
Bring to a boil over high heat, then lower the heat to medium-low to keep the liquid at a simmer.
3
In a wok over medium heat, melt the butter and add the olive oil.
4
Saute the shallots until golden, about 4 minutes.
5
Add the rice and stir, gently toasting it for 2 minutes.
6
Add the asparagus and 1 1/2 cups of the simmering liquid.
7
Cook, stirring, until the liquid is almost completely absorbed by the rice.
8
Add the remaining liquid a ladleful at a time and continue stirring until the rice is cooked through and tender and the liquid is completely absorbed, about 35 minutes.
9
Stir in the Parmesan, mascarpone, and lemon zest and juice.
10
Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups chicken or vegetable broth, 1 cup dry white wine, 1/4 cup ( 1/2 stick) butter, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Lemony Asparagus Risotto falls under the Vegetarian 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.

Lemony Asparagus Risotto

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