Description
This creamy Arborio rice dish is packed with fresh spinach and mushrooms, making a delicious and comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth (low sodium)
- 1 cup fresh spinach (packed)
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms (cremini or shiitake)
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add sliced mushrooms; cook until golden brown, approximately 5-6 minutes.
- Stir in Arborio rice, coating it well with the oil; toast for about 2 minutes until slightly translucent.
- Gradually add vegetable broth one ladle at a time, stirring continuously until most liquid is absorbed before adding more.
- When rice is nearly tender (15-18 minutes), fold in fresh spinach until wilted.
- Remove from heat and mix in butter, lemon juice, and freshly grated Parmesan for ultimate creaminess.
Notes
- This recipe can be adjusted with other vegetables based on preference.
- For extra flavor, consider adding herbs such as basil or thyme.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup