Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLittle BearVegetable Risotto Recipe

Vegetable Risotto Recipe

Inspired by Little Bear
Time40m
Serves4

Creamy risotto with seasonal vegetables.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Seasoning

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Broth

    In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a simmer. Keep it warm on low heat throughout the cooking process.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a large skillet or saucepan, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Cook the Vegetables

    Add the diced zucchini, bell pepper, carrot, and peas to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set aside.

Cooking the Risotto

  1. 4

    Toast the Rice

    In the same skillet, add the Arborio rice and stir for about 2 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted.

  2. 5

    Add Broth Gradually

    Pour in one ladle of the warm vegetable broth to the rice and stir continuously until the liquid is absorbed. Repeat this process, adding broth one ladle at a time and stirring until each addition is absorbed before adding more. This should take about 18-20 minutes.

  3. 6

    Finish the Risotto

    Once the rice is creamy and al dente, remove from heat. Stir in the remaining butter and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Add the sautéed vegetables back into the risotto and mix well.

Serving

  1. 7

    Garnish and Serve

    Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy your creamy vegetable risotto!

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