Romano Walnut Risotto

Gluten Free
Health score
25%
Romano Walnut Risotto
45 min.
8
356kcal

Suggestions


Craving a creamy, comforting dish that's also surprisingly light and flavorful? Look no further than this Romano Walnut Risotto! This isn't your average, heavy risotto; the addition of vibrant vegetables like carrots and peas keeps it fresh and bright, while the toasted walnuts add a delightful crunch and nutty depth.

Forget complicated recipes that take hours – this risotto is ready in just 45 minutes, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or a sophisticated lunch. Plus, it's naturally gluten-free, so everyone can enjoy this delicious dish. Imagine the aromatic scent of sauteed onions mingling with the nutty aroma of toasted walnuts, all while creamy Arborio rice simmers in a flavorful broth of chicken and Chablis (or any dry white wine you love!).

What truly elevates this dish is the generous grating of Romano cheese, lending a salty, savory note that perfectly complements the sweetness of the vegetables and the richness of the walnuts. We’ll show you a technique in which you need to stir the rice continuously while it absorbs the broth, which will eventually create that wonderful creamy texture. This Romano Walnut Risotto is an easy way to impress your family and friends, whether you serve it as a luxurious side dish, a satisfying lunch, or a comforting main course. Prepare to enjoy a culinary experience that is both elegant and satisfying!

Ingredients

  • cup arborio rice uncooked
  • 0.8 cup carrots chopped
  • 0.5 cup chablis wine dry white
  • cups chicken broth ready-to-serve canned
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup green onions chopped
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup onion finely chopped
  • 0.8 cup peas frozen english
  • 0.3 cup romano cheese divided freshly grated
  • 0.3 cup walnuts toasted chopped

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Arrange peas and carrot in a vegetable steamer over boiling water. Cover and steam 8 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Set aside.
  2. Combine broth and wine in a medium saucepan; place over medium heat. Bring to a simmer; cover, reduce heat, and maintain a very low simmer.
  3. Saute chopped onion and green onions in margarine and hot olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until tender.
  4. Add rice, and saute 4 minutes or until rice is translucent.
  5. Add 1/2 cup simmering broth mixture to rice mixture; stir constantly until most of the liquid is absorbed. Continue adding broth mixture, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring each time until liquid is absorbed (the entire process should take about 30 minutes). Stir in peas, carrot, 1/4 cup cheese, walnuts, and parsley.
  6. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons Romano cheese; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories356kcal
Protein27.77%
Fat42.21%
Carbs30.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.77
Glycemic Load
16.91
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
14.647825992626%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.1mg
Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.06mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Apigenin
2.16mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.15mg
Myricetin
0.16mg
Quercetin
1.83mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:356.42kcal
17.82%
Fat:16.01g
24.62%
Saturated Fat:3.61g
22.56%
Carbohydrates:25.61g
8.54%
Net Carbohydrates:23.3g
8.47%
Sugar:1.99g
2.21%
Cholesterol:41.69mg
13.9%
Sodium:452.64mg
19.68%
Alcohol:1.54g
100%
Alcohol %:1.16%
100%
Protein:23.69g
47.39%
Vitamin A:2509.59IU
50.19%
Vitamin K:34.11µg
32.49%
Selenium:18.88µg
26.98%
Manganese:0.49mg
24.6%
Phosphorus:204.21mg
20.42%
Folate:79.84µg
19.96%
Zinc:2.64mg
17.63%
Vitamin B3:3.38mg
16.89%
Iron:2.62mg
14.56%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.75%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.49%
Vitamin B12:0.81µg
13.45%
Vitamin C:8.81mg
10.67%
Copper:0.19mg
9.37%
Magnesium:36.95mg
9.24%
Fiber:2.31g
9.24%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.26%
Potassium:265.93mg
7.6%
Vitamin E:1.02mg
6.8%
Calcium:64.05mg
6.41%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.28%
Source:My Recipes