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Lemon Seafood Risotto

A creamy and zesty risotto with fresh seafood and a hint of lemon.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Arborio rice
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 Onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 cup Dry white wine
  • 4 cups Chicken or seafood broth kept warm
  • 1 Lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 lb Mixed seafood (shrimp, scallops, etc.) cleaned
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoon Butter
  • 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions 

  1. 1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
  2. 2. Add the Arborio rice and cook, stirring, until the rice is lightly toasted.
  3. 3. Pour in the white wine and cook until it is mostly absorbed by the rice.
  4. 4. Begin adding the warm broth, one ladle at a time, stirring frequently. Wait until the liquid is mostly absorbed before adding more.
  5. 5. When the rice is nearly cooked, add the seafood and cook until just done.
  6. 6. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, and butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. 7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Lemon, Risotto, Seafood
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