Martini-Inspired White Wine Risotto with Lemon and Parmesan

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A creamy risotto infused with the bright, floral notes of white vermouth and fresh lemon, finished with Parmesan cheese for richness. This Italian-inspired rice and grain recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, brings together arborio rice, olive oil, shallot for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. 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: 5 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 320 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 small finely chopped shallot and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 cup arborio rice and stir for 1 minute until each grain is coated and slightly toasted.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 1/2 cup dry white vermouth and cook, stirring, until the liquid is mostly absorbed.
  4. Step 4: Gradually add 4 cups warmed vegetable broth, about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently and allowing the liquid to absorb before adding more. Continue for 18-20 minutes until rice is creamy and tender but still slightly firm to bite.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice.
  6. Step 6: Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parmesan if desired.

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