Creamy Seafood Risotto with Shrimp and Scallops
Creamy Seafood Risotto with Shrimp and Scallops balances briny sweetness from tender scallops and juicy shrimp with the gentle bite of leek, garlic, and dry white wine. Parmesan and basil add rounded richness while snow peas and red bell pepper bring fresh crunch and color. Serve for a cozy dinner or a special date-night meal when you want something elegant yet comforting.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Creamy Seafood Risotto with Shrimp and Scallops, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 56 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 13 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 44
- Heart Health
- 63
- Metabolic
- 24
- Digestive
- 32
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 49
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the leek and the garlic; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the rice and cook for 5 more minutes, stirring frequently.
- 2
Pour in 1 1/2 cups chicken broth and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes, continuing to stir occasionally. Pour in the remaining chicken broth and the wine; increase the heat to medium and cook for about 5 more minutes, stirring constantly.
- 3
Add the scallops, shrimp, peas, and red pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until the remaining liquid is almost absorbed and the seafood is cooked, about 5 minutes. When the rice is just tender and slightly creamy, season with Parmesan cheese, basil, lemon juice, and pepper.
- Calories 294.5 kcal Moderate 15%
- Protein 20.35 g Good Source 41%
- Carbohydrate 33.55 g 12%
- Total Fat 6.15 g Moderate 8%
- Saturated Fat 1.26 g Moderate 6%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 107.05 mg High 36%
- Sodium 322.74 mg Moderate 14%
- Dietary Fiber 2.19 g Low Source 8%
- Total Sugars 2.07 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 101.23 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 3.03 mg Moderate 17%
- Potassium 103.21 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 31.63 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 53.21 mg Good Source 59%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Fish 🐟
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Sulfites
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Creamy Seafood Risotto with Shrimp and Scallops is made with 14 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 55 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Arborio Rice, Black Pepper, Cut Leeks, and Dried Basil. Each serving provides about 294.5 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Creamy Seafood Risotto with Shrimp and Scallops made of?
- The main ingredients are Arborio Rice, Black Pepper, Cut Leeks, Dried Basil, Grated Parmesan Cheese. The full list of 14 is above.
- How long does it take to make Creamy Seafood Risotto with Shrimp and Scallops?
- About 55 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 294.5 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Creamy Seafood Risotto with Shrimp and Scallops easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 14 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Creamy Seafood Risotto with Shrimp and Scallops healthy?
- Creamy Seafood Risotto with Shrimp and Scallops has an easyChef Pro health score of 53/100. Per serving, it provides 294.5 calories and 20.35 g of protein, or 41% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 322.74 mg (14% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.26 g (6% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Fish, 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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