Sautéed Wild Mushroom and Spinach Risotto with White Wine
Creamy risotto enriched with sautéed wild mushrooms and fresh spinach, finished with a splash of white wine for regional forest-inspired flavors. This Italian-inspired rice and grain recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs Arborio rice, chicken or vegetable broth, dry white wine for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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
- 5 cups, warmed chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 8 oz, sliced wild mushrooms
- 3 cups, roughly chopped fresh spinach
- 1 small, finely diced yellow onion
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 1/2 tsp, divided salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 small finely diced yellow onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
- Step 2: Stir in 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to toast the rice until edges look translucent.
- Step 3: Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine and stir until mostly absorbed. Begin adding 5 cups warm broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently and allowing liquid to absorb before adding more, for about 20-25 minutes.
- Step 4: While risotto cooks, heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 8 oz sliced wild mushrooms and sauté for 6-7 minutes until browned and fragrant. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook 1 more minute.
- Step 5: When risotto is creamy and rice is tender but firm, stir in sautéed mushrooms, 3 cups roughly chopped fresh spinach, 2 tbsp butter, and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, stir until spinach wilts and risotto is rich and creamy.
- Step 6: Taste and adjust seasoning with remaining 1/2 tsp salt if needed. Serve immediately garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Wild Mushroom and Spinach Risotto with White Wine take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sautéed Wild Mushroom and Spinach Risotto with White Wine?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep arborio rice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Wild Mushroom and Spinach Risotto with White Wine?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sautéed Wild Mushroom and Spinach Risotto with White Wine for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Sautéed Wild Mushroom and Spinach Risotto with White Wine?
Italian rice & grains like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
