Pea and Mushroom Risotto (Vegan)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 3
Vegan Pea and Mushroom Risotto Recipe
in Vegan

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 ounces arborio rice
8 ounces peas ( shelled , you can use frozen )
4 ounces button mushrooms ( sliced )
1 onion ( peeled and chopped )
2 garlic cloves ( minced )
low-fat cooking spray
1/2 teaspoon saffron strand ( optional )
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon parsley ( finely chopped )
black pepper
125 ml white wine
725 ml vegetable stock ( hot )
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese ( or vegan parmesan )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
388
Sugar
5g
Fat
1g
This vegan pea and mushroom risotto is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cozy night in or for serving to guests at a dinner party. The creamy arborio rice pairs perfectly with the earthy mushrooms and the sweet shelled peas, while the saffron and bay leaf add some extra depth of flavor. This dish is also great for meal prep, as it reheats well and can be easily doubled or halved to fit your needs.

Instructions

1.In a large pot over medium heat, add the low-fat cooking spray and sauté the onion and garlic until the onion is translucent.
2.Add the sliced mushrooms and continue to sauté until they have cooked down, about 5 minutes.
3.Add the arborio rice to the pot and stir it to coat it with the mushroom and onion mixture.
4.Add the white wine to the pot and stir it into the rice mixture.
5.While continuing to stir the rice mixture, add in the hot vegetable stock, 1 ladleful at a time, and stir until the stock has been absorbed before adding the next ladleful.
6.After about 20-25 minutes of stirring and adding the stock, the risotto should be creamy and the rice should be cooked through. Add in the shelled peas, saffron (if using), bay leaf, and black pepper to taste.
7.Remove the bay leaf, stir in the chopped parsley and grated parmesan cheese (or vegan parmesan), and serve immediately.

PROS

This vegan pea and mushroom risotto is creamy, filling, and flavorful, and can be enjoyed as a main dish or side dish.

It is also a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet.

CONS

While this dish is fairly easy to make, it does require constant attention and stirring, which can be time-consuming.

It may also be high in carbohydrates, so it may not be suitable for a low-carb diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Peas are a great source of plant-based protein, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals, including vitamin K, vitamin C, and folate.
Mushrooms are low in calories, high in fiber, and contain various nutrients, including potassium and vitamin D.
The arborio rice used in this dish is high in carbohydrates, but it is also a source of B vitamins and minerals like iron and zinc.

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