Pistachio and Gorgonzola Risotto

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Pistachio and Gorgonzola Risotto
45 min.
4
356kcal

Suggestions


If you're in the mood for a dish that perfectly marries savory and nutty flavors, our Pistachio and Gorgonzola Risotto is an outstanding choice. This vegetarian delight is not only gluten-free but offers a rich and satisfying experience, making it suitable for a variety of occasions, from elegant dinner parties to cozy family meals.

Imagine creamy, luscious arborio rice cooked to perfection, each grain absorbing the essence of a flavorful broth and white wine. The addition of tangy, crumbled Gorgonzola dolce elevates the dish with its distinctive character, creating a cheese lover's dream! Paired with crunchy, toasted pistachios, this risotto brings delightful texture and a burst of nutty taste that balances the creamy backdrop beautifully.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a side dish that not only pleases the palate but also impresses anyone fortunate enough to be dining with you. Whether served as a stunning starter or a filling snack, this Pistachio and Gorgonzola Risotto is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Join us in the kitchen for this culinary adventure; it's a recipe that beckons to be savored and shared!

Ingredients

  • cup arborio rice (or other medium or short grained rice)
  • tablespoon butter 
  • cups chicken stock see (or vegetable broth, warm)
  • clove garlic chopped ()
  • 0.5 cup gorgonzola dolce crumbled ()
  • 0.3 cup pistachios toasted chopped ( and )
  • servings salt & pepper to taste
  •  onion sweet chopped ()
  • 0.5 cup cooking wine 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Heat butter in large sauce pan.
  2. Add the onion and saute until tender, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Add the rice and stir to coat with the butter.
  5. Add the wine, deglaze the pan and stir while simmering until it is gone.
  6. Add 1/2 cup of the stock at a time and stir while simmering until it is gone. Continue until the rice is al dente.
  7. Add the gorgonzola and butter and stir until melted.
  8. Add the pistachios and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories356kcal
Protein10.29%
Fat28.85%
Carbs60.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
66.75
Glycemic Load
32.5
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
12.021304380635%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.56mg
Catechin
0.27mg
Epigallocatechin
0.16mg
Epicatechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.1mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.95mg
Myricetin
0.96mg
Quercetin
12.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:355.53kcal
17.78%
Fat:10.71g
16.48%
Saturated Fat:4.94g
30.86%
Carbohydrates:50.84g
16.95%
Net Carbohydrates:47.89g
17.41%
Sugar:6.06g
6.73%
Cholesterol:18.12mg
6.04%
Sodium:857.56mg
37.29%
Alcohol:3.12g
100%
Alcohol %:1.29%
100%
Protein:8.59g
17.18%
Manganese:0.73mg
36.26%
Folate:143.97µg
35.99%
Vitamin B1:0.39mg
26.04%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.64%
Phosphorus:170.16mg
17.02%
Iron:2.8mg
15.56%
Selenium:10.75µg
15.36%
Copper:0.26mg
13.07%
Vitamin B3:2.47mg
12.34%
Fiber:2.95g
11.81%
Calcium:105.42mg
10.54%
Vitamin B5:1.03mg
10.28%
Vitamin A:478.31IU
9.57%
Magnesium:35.06mg
8.77%
Zinc:1.25mg
8.36%
Potassium:285.02mg
8.14%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.81%
Vitamin C:4.64mg
5.62%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
2.97%
Vitamin E:0.31mg
2.07%