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Vegan Asparagus Risotto for Elegant Home Dining

VEGAN ASPARAGUS RISOTTO made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Arborio rice
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound asparagus trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Fresh herbs like parsley or basil, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Prepare the broth and keep it warm on low heat.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat, then add the chopped onion.
  3. Add the minced garlic and asparagus pieces, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in the Arborio rice, coating it well with the oil and vegetables.
  5. Begin adding the warm vegetable broth one ladle at a time, stirring continuously until absorbed.
  6. Once the rice is creamy and al dente, stir in nutritional yeast and lemon juice.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then remove from heat.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs.