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Summer Risotto

A bright and delicious summery risotto that will wow a crowd but is easy to make
Course: Dinner, Side Dish, Sides
Keyword: Gluten Free, Risotto
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp butter melted and slightly browned
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 shallot mined
  • 1 cup zucchini shredded
  • handful cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup arborio rice
  • 4 cups broth of choice warmed
  • 1/2 cup white wine optional
  • salt, pepper, red pepper flakes to taste
  • fresh basil and thyme
  • parmesan cheese
  • juice from half a lemon

Instructions

  • Saute the garlic and shallots in the browned butter on medium heat. Add in the zucchini and tomatoes and cook down some, add a little salt. Then add in the rice and wine if using.
  • Slowly stir in 1/2 cup of broth into the pot, stirring until the liquid is absorbed. Add another 1/2 cup, and continue this until all the broth has been slowly incorporated and the rice is cooked and creamy.
  • Stir in a bunch of parmesan cheese, taste for more salt and pepper and pepper flakes. Stir in some fresh herbs. Squeeze a little lemon juice on top. More fresh herbs if desired!