Description
Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto is a creamy, flavorful dish that pairs tender shrimp with crisp asparagus, perfect for any occasion from weeknight dinners to special celebrations.
Ingredients
- Arborio rice
- Medium-sized shrimp
- Fresh asparagus
- Garlic
- Low-sodium chicken broth
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Dry white wine
- Unsalted butter
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: chop asparagus into bite-sized pieces and rinse shrimp.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add asparagus and cook until bright green and tender (about 4 minutes).
- Stir in Arborio rice with the sautéed vegetables for about 2 minutes until slightly translucent.
- Pour in white wine, deglazing the pan while cooking until mostly evaporated (2-3 minutes).
- Gradually add chicken broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently and allowing each addition to absorb fully (about 18-20 minutes).
- Fold in shrimp when risotto is creamy yet al dente; cook until shrimp are pink (3-5 minutes).
- Off heat, mix in butter and freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
Keywords: Enhance flavor by adding lemon zest or fresh herbs like basil. For variety, swap shrimp for chicken or mushrooms.