Traditional Italian Risotto with Zucchini and Lemon
A delicious risotto with the fresh flavors of zucchini and lemon. This dish is a classic from the Italian cuisine and is perfect for a cozy family dinner. And you know what the beautiful thing is? It's easier to make than you would think!
Prep time
30 min
Difficulty
Gemiddeld
Servings
4
Ingredients
300 g arborio rice
1 l chicken broth
3 zucchinis
2 lemons
1 onion
3 tablespoons olive oil
100 g grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Nutrition facts
fat20g
kcal600 kcal
protein20g
carbs80g
Instructions
1Heat the olive oil in a large pan and add the finely chopped onion. Cook the onion until translucent. No stress, this is the base for a delicious risotto!
2Add the rice to the pan and sauté for a few minutes. This will give the rice a nice bite.
3Gradually add the chicken broth to the rice and keep stirring constantly. This will allow the rice to absorb the liquid well and give you a delicious, creamy risotto.
4Meanwhile, grate the zucchinis and add them to the risotto. You can also finely grate the lemon zest and add it. This will give a delicious fresh touch to your dish!
5Continue stirring until the risotto is cooked. This takes about 20 minutes. You want the risotto to be creamy, but the rice should still have a bit of a bite.
6Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the risotto and stir one last time. Season with salt and pepper. And voila, your delicious risotto is ready! Buon appetito!