Asparagus and Morel Mushroom Risotto
Asparagus and Morel Mushroom Risotto layers creamy Arborio rice with tender spears and earthy morels, brightened by thyme and a splash of white wine. Butter and Parmigiano-Reggiano create a rich, velvety texture, while a hint of balsamic adds depth. Serve for a spring dinner or an elegant weekend meal when you want something comforting yet refined.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Asparagus and Morel Mushroom Risotto, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 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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- 20
- Heart Health
- 69
- Metabolic
- 30
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 26
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
Put the chicken stock in a small saucepan over medium heat and bring it to a simmer.
- 2
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until the butter begins to bubble. Add the asparagus and morel mushrooms; sauté until tender, about 4 minutes. Move them to a plate along with any juices.
- 3
In the same saucepan, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter. Add the shallot; cook and stir until softened, about 1 minute. Stir in the arborio rice and cook until it begins to toast, about 1 minute. Pour in the wine and cook until it evaporates. Stir in the thyme.
- 4
Add 1/4 cup of the simmering stock to the rice. Cook, stirring constantly, until the stock is absorbed. Continue adding the remaining stock in the same way until the rice is tender yet slightly firm, about 12 minutes. Stir in the asparagus and mushrooms with their juices and cook until the flavors meld, about 3 minutes more.
- 5
Take the rice off the heat. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons butter, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and parsley. Season with salt and black pepper. Garnish with balsamic vinegar and additional olive oil just before serving.
- Calories 464.03 kcal High 23%
- Protein 10.65 g Good Source 21%
- Carbohydrate 46.34 g 17%
- Total Fat 26.03 g High 33%
- Saturated Fat 10.12 g High 51%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 36.1 mg Moderate 12%
- Sodium 531.06 mg High 23%
- Dietary Fiber 4.08 g Moderate 15%
- Total Sugars 2.69 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 109.0 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 4.73 mg Good Source 26%
- Potassium 394.52 mg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin A 118.71 mcg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin C 4.9 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin D 0.08 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Sulfites
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Asparagus and Morel Mushroom Risotto is an Italian side dish recipe made with 13 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Arborio Rice, Asparagus, Balsamic Vinegar, and Chicken Stock. Each serving provides about 464.03 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Asparagus and Morel Mushroom Risotto?
- It is an Italian risotto recipe made with 13 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Asparagus and Morel Mushroom Risotto made of?
- The main ingredients are Arborio Rice, Asparagus, Balsamic Vinegar, Chicken Stock, Fresh Parsley. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Asparagus and Morel Mushroom Risotto?
- About 45 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 464.03 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Asparagus and Morel Mushroom Risotto easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 13 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Asparagus and Morel Mushroom Risotto healthy?
- Asparagus and Morel Mushroom Risotto has an easyChef Pro health score of 43/100. Per serving, it provides 464.03 calories and 10.65 g of protein, or 21% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 531.06 mg (23% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 10.12 g (51% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Sulfites, 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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