Description
Sweet Corn Risotto is a creamy, comforting dish that combines the rich texture of Arborio rice with the sweet crunch of fresh corn. This delightful recipe is perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests without spending hours in the kitchen. With its vibrant yellow color and incredible flavor, this risotto is a warm hug on a plate, ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 cup fresh corn (or frozen)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for serving)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Stir in Arborio rice, cooking for about 2 minutes until slightly translucent.
- Gradually add warm vegetable broth one ladle at a time, stirring continuously until absorbed before adding more.
- After 15-20 minutes, mix in fresh corn and grated Parmesan cheese; stir until melted.
- Remove from heat and incorporate butter along with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg