One-Pot Italian Tomato Basil Risotto with Parmesan

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-08 · Updated 2026-08-08

A creamy risotto cooked in one pot featuring ripe tomatoes and fresh basil, finished with Parmesan cheese for a comforting Italian classic. This Italian-inspired rice and grain recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs Arborio rice, olive oil, yellow onion 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.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small, finely diced yellow onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 14 oz (1 can), undrained canned diced tomatoes
• 4 cups, warmed vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves
• 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large deep skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 finely diced small yellow onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until aromatic. Add 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice and toast for 2 minutes, stirring constantly until the edges of the grains become translucent.
3. Step 3: Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine and cook, stirring, until most of the liquid has evaporated.
4. Step 4: Add 14 oz canned diced tomatoes with their juice and 4 cups warmed vegetable broth, 1 cup at a time, stirring frequently. Allow each addition to absorb before adding the next, cooking over medium-low heat for about 18-20 minutes until rice is creamy and al dente.
5. Step 5: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix well and remove from heat. Let rest for 2 minutes before serving garnished with extra basil leaves if desired.