Creamy Pumpkin Risotto
Indulge in the warmth of autumn with this creamy pumpkin risotto, a comforting dish that combines the rich flavors of roasted pumpkin, savory herbs, and arborio rice. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, each spoonful delivers a delightful blend of textures and aromas that evoke cozy memories. Whether enjoyed as a main course or an elegant side dish, this risotto is sure to impress your guests while filling your home with irresistible scents.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup arborio rice
- 2 cups fresh pumpkin, cubed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 6 fresh sage leaves
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Chop the onion and mince the garlic; cut pumpkin into small cubes.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic.
- Stir in cubed pumpkin, salt, and pepper; cook until slightly softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add arborio rice and toast for 2 minutes until edges are translucent.
- Gradually pour in heated vegetable broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently until absorbed (about 20 minutes).
- When rice is al dente, stir in parmesan cheese and sage leaves; adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg