How many servings does this recipe make?

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

Is Risotto With Fresh Basil-Mint Pesto suitable as soups & stews?

Yes, Risotto With Fresh Basil-Mint Pesto falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Risotto With Fresh Basil-Mint Pesto?

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

Risotto With Fresh Basil-Mint Pesto Recipe

Name: Risotto With Fresh Basil-Mint Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Risotto; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup shallot, thinly sliced; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 cup arborio rice; 4 cups hot vegetable broth or 4 cups hot chicken broth; 2 cups boiling water; salt; fresh ground black pepper; grated parmesan cheese; Herb Pesto; 4 cups fresh basil leaves, chopped, lightly packed; 1 cup mint leaf, stems removed, chopped, lightly packed; 2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped; 1/2 lemon, zest of, finely grated (about 1 1/2 teaspoons); 1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste; 3 3 tablespoons almonds or 3 tablespoons walnuts

Risotto

2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

1/2 cup shallot, thinly sliced

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 cup arborio rice

4 cups hot vegetable broth or 4 cups hot chicken broth

2 cups boiling water

salt

fresh ground black pepper

grated parmesan cheese

Herb Pesto

4 cups fresh basil leaves, chopped, lightly packed

1 cup mint leaf, stems removed, chopped, lightly packed

2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped

1/2 lemon, zest of, finely grated (about 1 1/2 teaspoons)

1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste

3 3 tablespoons almonds or 3 tablespoons walnuts

Risotto With Fresh Basil-Mint Pesto

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