Description
This creamy Salmon Risotto combines tender flakes of salmon, lemon zest, and Parmesan for a rich Italian-inspired meal.
Ingredients
1 cup Arborio rice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth (kept warm)
1 cup cooked salmon, flaked
2 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
1. Cook salmon and flake it.
2. Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil.
3. Add rice and toast briefly.
4. Add broth gradually, stirring until creamy.
5. Stir in butter, Parmesan, lemon juice, and zest.
6. Fold in salmon and serve.
Notes
Use warm broth to keep texture smooth.
Add vegetables or herbs for more flavor.
Reheat with extra broth to restore creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 17g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 26g