Seared Radicchio Risotto with Bitter Orange Zest and Parmesan

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-01 · Updated 2026-07-01

A creamy risotto infused with the subtle bitterness of radicchio and brightened by fragrant bitter orange zest for a complex flavor profile. This Italian-inspired rice and grain recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs arborio rice, radicchio, olive oil 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 cup arborio rice
• 1 small head, thinly sliced radicchio
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped shallot
• 1 clove, minced garlic clove
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 4 cups, kept warm vegetable broth
• 1 tsp bitter orange zest
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 medium finely chopped shallot and 1 minced garlic clove, sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Add 1 small head thinly sliced radicchio to the pan and sauté for 4 minutes until slightly softened and edges begin to crisp.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1 cup arborio rice, coating the grains in oil, and cook for 1-2 minutes until the rice edges are translucent.
4. Step 4: Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine and cook, stirring constantly, until the wine is mostly absorbed.
5. Step 5: Add 4 cups warm vegetable broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently and allowing each ladle to absorb before adding the next, for about 18-20 minutes until the rice is creamy and al dente.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tsp bitter orange zest, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve immediately.