Jul 14 2026
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Pesto - Parmesan Risotto Recipe

Time50m
Serves2

Creamy pesto risotto with grilled salmon, asparagus and fire roasted tomatoes

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Ingredients

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Risotto Base

Grilled Salmon & Veggies

Method

Prepare the Pesto

  1. 1

    Blend the Pesto

    In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, and salt. Blend until smooth. Set aside.

Cook the Risotto

  1. 2

    Sauté Aromatics

    In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped shallots and minced garlic. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the shallots are translucent.

  2. 3

    Toast the Rice

    Add the Arborio rice to the saucepan and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently until the rice is slightly translucent.

  3. 4

    Add Wine

    Pour in the dry white wine and stir until it has mostly evaporated.

  4. 5

    Add Broth Gradually

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

  5. 6

    Finish the Risotto

    Stir in the pesto, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined and creamy. Remove from heat.

Grill Salmon and Asparagus

  1. 7

    Prepare Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush the salmon fillets and asparagus with olive oil, and season with salt and black pepper.

  2. 8

    Grill Salmon

    Place the salmon fillets on the grill skin-side down. Grill for about 5-6 minutes on each side or until cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

  3. 9

    Grill Asparagus

    Add the asparagus to the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until tender and slightly charred.

Serve

  1. 10

    Assemble the Dish

    Spoon the creamy pesto risotto onto plates. Top with grilled salmon, fire roasted tomatoes, and grilled asparagus. Serve immediately.

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