Lemon-Infused Risotto with Peas and Parmesan

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A creamy risotto delicately flavored with fresh lemon zest and studded with sweet green peas, finished with grated Parmesan for richness. This Italian-inspired rice and grain recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs arborio rice, vegetable broth, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 370 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped small yellow onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Step 2: Stir in 1 minced garlic clove and 1 cup arborio rice, cooking for 2 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted and translucent at edges.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine and stir until mostly absorbed.
  4. Step 4: Add 4 cups warm vegetable broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently, allowing each addition to be absorbed before adding the next. This should take about 18-20 minutes.
  5. Step 5: When the rice is creamy and al dente, stir in 1 cup frozen peas, 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
  6. Step 6: Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, stirring until butter and cheese melt into a creamy finish. Serve immediately.

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