Pumpkin Risotto

A simple and stylish vegetarian risotto featuring pumpkin or squash, finished with crispy sage leaves and Parmesan cheese.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 558.4 kcals 1675.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 52.7 grams 158.2 grams
Fat 35.1 grams 105.4 grams
Protein 7.5 grams 22.5 grams
Cook Time
30 mins
Produces
3 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
50
g
1
piece
Parmesan
Or vegetarian style, for grating
GrainsCereals
170
g
Arborio Rice
Risotto rice
Liquids
570
ml
Vegetable Stock
Chicken stock is an alternative
NutsSeeds
12
piece
Sage
Fresh leaves, finely chopped
1
to taste
1
to taste
Black Pepper
Freshly ground
14
piece
Sage
Fresh leaves for frying
OilsFats
2
tbsp
Vegetables
1
piece
Onion
Small, chopped
250
g
Pumpkin
Or butternut squash, diced small

Steps

  • Heat the stock until nearly boiling and keep warm over low heat.
  • Sauté the onion in olive oil in a saucepan until soft.
  • Add the chopped sage and cook for two minutes.
  • Stir in the rice to coat with oil.
  • Add 190ml of stock and simmer until absorbed.
  • Add the diced pumpkin and more stock, simmering until absorbed.
  • Continue adding stock gradually until the rice is al dente and pumpkin is soft.
  • Fry the remaining sage leaves in sunflower oil until crispy.
  • Stir butter into the risotto and season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve in bowls topped with crispy sage and grated cheese.