This creamy pea risotto is a perfect blend of Arborio rice, tender broccoli and sweet peas. The vibrant green color and rich texture heighten the satisfying nature of this flavorful dish. With each bite, you’ll experience a burst of fresh taste and a comforting warmth.

Broccoli & Pea Risotto
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 304 kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups vegetable broth or stock
- 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 shallot finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced or pressed
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 2 Tbsp. lemon juice or juice of one lemon
- 1/2 cup frozen sweet peas
- 1/2 cup finely chopped broccoli florets
- Broccoli sprouts for garnish
- Kosher salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
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In large skillet with high sides over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon butter and olive oil; add onion and sauté 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally with wooden spoon until soft and golden.
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Add garlic and sauté, stirring about 1 minute, until fragrant.
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Add rice to skillet and stir together with onion mixture for 2 minutes or until rice just becomes translucent with opaque white center.
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Add stock 1/2 cup at a time, stirring continuously about 25-30 minutes, until stock is almost completely absorbed and rice is creamy and translucent with no white center.
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Stir in 1 tablespoon butter, broccoli and peas. Let peas and broccoli cook until warmed through, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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To serve, garnish with sprouts.
Nutrition Facts
Broccoli & Pea Risotto
Amount Per Serving
Calories 304
Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat 10g15%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Trans Fat 0.2g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 4g
Cholesterol 16mg5%
Sodium 216mg9%
Potassium 163mg5%
Carbohydrates 48g16%
Fiber 4g16%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 398IU8%
Vitamin C 21mg25%
Calcium 22mg2%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.