Bright Lemon Shrimp Risotto
Bright Lemon Shrimp Risotto blends tender Arborio rice with citrusy notes and briny, sweet shrimp for a creamy, balanced bowl. Parmesan and a splash of cream add richness while white wine and fresh lemon keep it lively. It’s an elegant choice for a cozy date night dinner or a special weeknight meal that still feels luxurious.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Bright Lemon Shrimp Risotto, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 15 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 22
- Heart Health
- 68
- Metabolic
- 38
- Digestive
- 30
- Inflammatory
- 50
- Performance
- 49
- General Wellness
- 1
Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the shallots and the garlic. Cook until the shallots are soft and translucent, 3 to 5 minutes, then season with salt and pepper. Pour in the white wine and simmer until it reduces by half. Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the rice, continuing to stir until all the liquid is absorbed.
- 2
Add hot stock 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently until the liquid is absorbed after each addition. Keep going, adding 1/2 cup at a time and stirring after each addition, until the rice is slightly firm. You may not need all 3 cups, so check the rice after 20 minutes or when you have used 2 1/2 cups of the stock and adjust as needed.
- 3
Reduce the heat to the lowest setting and add the Parmesan cheese, the cream, and the lemon juice. Stir until the cheese melts and everything is combined. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper and turn off the heat.
- 4
Meanwhile, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a small skillet over medium heat and add the shrimp. Cook until the shrimp tails curl up, about 2 minutes, being careful not to overcook.
- 5
To serve, spoon the risotto into bowls, top with the shrimp, and garnish with fresh parsley and a lemon wedge if desired.
- Calories 901.69 kcal High 45%
- Protein 49.42 g Good Source 99%
- Carbohydrate 102.95 g 37%
- Total Fat 26.25 g High 34%
- Saturated Fat 15.61 g High 78%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 264.07 mg High 88%
- Sodium 1813.94 mg High 79%
- Dietary Fiber 5.04 g Moderate 18%
- Total Sugars 6.46 g --
- Added Sugars 0.08 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 440.87 mg Good Source 34%
- Iron 5.91 mg Good Source 33%
- Potassium 678.14 mg Moderate 14%
- Vitamin A 44.22 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 42.49 mg Good Source 47%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Sulfites
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Bright Lemon Shrimp Risotto is an Italian dinner recipe made with 14 ingredients. It takes about 35 mins, serves 2, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Arborio Rice, Black Pepper, Butter, and Chicken Broth. Each serving provides about 901.69 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Bright Lemon Shrimp Risotto?
- It is an Italian risotto recipe made with 14 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Bright Lemon Shrimp Risotto made of?
- The main ingredients are Arborio Rice, Black Pepper, Butter, Chicken Broth, Fresh Parsley. The full list of 14 is above.
- What goes well with Bright Lemon Shrimp Risotto?
- Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Bright Lemon Shrimp Risotto?
- About 35 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 901.69 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Bright Lemon Shrimp Risotto easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 14 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Bright Lemon Shrimp Risotto healthy?
- Bright Lemon Shrimp Risotto has an easyChef Pro health score of 48/100. Per serving, it provides 901.69 calories and 49.42 g of protein, or 99% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium, iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1813.94 mg (79% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 15.61 g (78% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Sulfites, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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