Pumpkin Risotto
Pumpkin Risotto is a creamy and comforting Italian dish that beautifully combines Arborio rice with the natural sweetness of pumpkin. Enriched with Parmesan cheese and aromatic sage, this fall favorite creates a rich and satisfying meal that’s perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. With its vibrant orange hue and gourmet flair, Pumpkin Risotto is sure to impress your family and friends while warming your soul on chilly evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth (warmed)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried sage or 5 fresh sage leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by finely chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and Arborio rice, stirring for about 2 minutes until lightly toasted.
- Gradually pour in warm vegetable broth one ladle at a time, stirring consistently until absorbed before adding more (18-20 minutes).
- When the rice is al dente, stir in pumpkin puree, Parmesan cheese, and sage leaves until creamy.
- Serve hot garnished with additional sage if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 10mg