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Quick Asparagus Risotto with Lemon

Name: Quick Asparagus Risotto with Lemon
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice; 4 cups vegetable broth; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1 small onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 1 tbsp olive oil; Zest of 1 lemon; Salt and pepper to taste

Lighter version of risotto with fresh asparagus and lemon zest for brightness

35 minutes4 servings

Method

In a saucepan, heat broth and keep warm
Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until softened
Add Arborio rice and toast for 2-3 minutes
Stir in white wine and cook until evaporated
Add broth gradually, stirring constantly
When rice is tender, stir in asparagus and cook until crisp-tender
Remove from heat, stir in butter and Parmesan
Mix in lemon zest, season to taste
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving

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