Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsChatham's Place RestaurantVegetarian Risotto Recipe

Vegetarian Risotto Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Creamy risotto with seasonal vegetables.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Vegetables

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Broth

    In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a simmer over medium heat. Keep it warm but not boiling as you prepare the risotto.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Cooking the Risotto

  1. 3

    Toast the Rice

    Add the Arborio rice to the skillet and stir to coat it with the oil and aromatics. Cook for about 2 minutes until the rice becomes slightly translucent.

  2. 4

    Deglaze with Wine

    Pour in the white wine and stir continuously until it is mostly absorbed by the rice.

  3. 5

    Add Broth Gradually

    Begin adding the warmed vegetable broth one ladle at a time, stirring often. Wait until the liquid is mostly absorbed before adding the next ladle. Continue this process for about 18-20 minutes until the rice is al dente and creamy.

Incorporating Vegetables

  1. 6

    Add the Vegetables

    In the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the diced zucchini, bell pepper, carrot, and frozen peas. Allow them to cook with the rice until tender.

  2. 7

    Add Spinach

    Stir in the chopped spinach right at the end of cooking, allowing it to wilt.

Finishing Touches

  1. 8

    Season and Serve

    Remove the risotto from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast). Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

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