Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPiazza Mia Italian Bar & GrillVegetable Risotto Recipe

Vegetable Risotto Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Baby Spinach, Diced Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Chives, Onions and Parmesan Cheese.

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Ingredients

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Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop Vegetables

    Chop the onion and chives finely.

  2. 2

    Prepare Mushrooms

    Clean and slice the mushrooms.

  3. 3

    Prepare Broth

    Prepare the vegetable broth and keep it warm on low heat.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Heat Olive Oil

    In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 5

    Cook Onion

    Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

  3. 6

    Cook Mushrooms

    Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 5 minutes until softened.

  4. 7

    Toast Rice

    Stir in the Arborio rice and toast it for about 2 minutes until slightly translucent.

  5. 8

    Cook Rice

    Start adding the warm vegetable broth, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently. Allow the rice to absorb the broth before adding more, about 20 minutes total.

  6. 9

    Add Spinach and Tomatoes

    Once the rice is creamy and al dente, stir in the diced tomatoes, baby spinach, and butter. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.

  7. 10

    Finish Risotto

    Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

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