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    Home » Recipes » Main Course Recipes

    Lemon Risotto with Pea Shoots

    Apr 14, 2016 | by Jennifer | Last Updated: Jul 12, 2021

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    This delicious Lemon Risotto is a wonderful meatless main dish or enjoy it as side dish with any meat, fish or seafood!

    Lemon Risotto with Pea Shoots

    Lemon risotto is one of my favourite dishes any time of year, but this time of year, I like to freshen and lighten it up with some fresh pea shoots. It makes a delicious meatless main dish or a lovely side dish.

    We are lucky here in Muskoka to have a great hydroponic greens grower, that keeps our local, small town grocery stores well stocked with shoots and sprouts of all sorts. I love the fresh flavour that sprouts brings to all kinds of dishes. The natural lemon flavour of this dish is perfectly suited for a bit of shrimp or chicken on top, too!

    Cook's Notes

    Adjust the lemon juice/zest in this recipe to your taste. The recipe starts with a minimum amount, so you can add more as needed. Be sure to taste at the end and add salt and pepper as needed, as well.

    Lemon Risotto with Pea Shoots - a delicious meatless main or perfect as a side dish with any meat.

    lemon risotto with peach shoots on top in white bowl with fork

    Lemon Risotto with Pea Shoots

    A delicious meatless main course or a lovely side dish with any meat. Also nice with some grilled or chicken on top!
    Author: Jennifer
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 35 mins
    Course Main Course, Side Dish
    Servings 4 servings

    Ingredients
     

    • 4 cups chicken broth
    • 2 Tbsp butter
    • 3 tsp olive oil
    • 1 large shallots, finely diced
    • 1 1/2 cups arborio rice
    • 1/4 cup dry white wine
    • 2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
    • 1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
    • 2 tsp grated lemon zest, plus more for garnish
    • 1/2 Tbsp butter, for finishing
    • 1 cup Fresh pea shoots
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    Instructions
     

    • Bring chicken broth to simmer in large saucepan over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and cover to keep warm.
    • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 Tbsp. butter with olive oil. Add shallots and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Add rice and cooking, stirring constantly until rice is well coated with butter, about 1 minute. Add wine and stir until wine has evaporated, about 30 seconds. Add 1 ladle of warm chicken stock and simmer, stirring regularly, until absorbed. Add remaining broth 1 ladle-full at a time, allowing broth to be completely absorbed before adding more and stirring frequently until rice is creamy and tender, about 30 minutes. (Do a taste test of rice as you near the end of the chicken broth).
    • When rice is ready, stir in cheese and 1/2 Tbsp. butter. Stir in a hand-full of pea shoots and cook, stirring, until they wilt. Stir in lemon juice and lemon zest. Season risotto with salt and pepper. Taste test and add more lemon juice and/or zest, to taste. Transfer to bowl and serve topped with fresh pea shoots.

    Notes

    Be sure to read the "Cook's Notes" in the original post, for more tips, options, substitutions and variations for this recipe!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 467kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 1204mg | Potassium: 291mg | Fiber: 3g | Vitamin A: 595IU | Vitamin C: 59.2mg | Calcium: 211mg | Iron: 3.9mg

    Nutritional information provided for general guidance only and should not be relied upon to make personal health decisions.

    Course Main Course, Side Dish
    Cuisine American
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    Comments

    1. Jennifer says

      April 23, 2018 at 10:12 am

      So glad you enjoyed it and yes, yesterday was so much more like Spring (we had that same ice storm last weekend!) We've earned a great Spring :)

      Reply
    2. vivian says

      April 22, 2018 at 8:09 pm

      This was a wonderful Sunday dinner on the first actually springy Sunday of spring. Last Sunday, which was spring too, we had an ice storm! Thank you for a delicious reminder that it won't always be winter.

      Reply
    3. Vivian says

      April 09, 2018 at 11:30 am

      I, too, am contemplating a new fridge/freezer but am stymied. I have an older model with the top door freezer...stuff gets lost always and then needs throwing out eventually! Too wasteful. It helps sometimes to put a post-it on the door when adding new stuff....sometimes!...not always! Please let us know once you have done the research and decided on a purchase. Meanwhile, I am a fan of meals for 1 or 2 without leftovers that need dealing with.

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 09, 2018 at 11:57 am

        I'm a fan of the post-it notes, too Vivian (the neon ones ;) I will definitely keep you updated on my progress. And I'm with you on no left-overs. I'm the queen of half recipes these days!

        Reply
    4. diana miller says

      April 09, 2018 at 10:41 am

      love your recipes and photos , a great mistake with my french door LG $2.500.00 fridge its the most agravatingfridge I have owned. You must take everything out and place on counter to reach the back every time ! I had a sub zero much wider and less deep soooo much better if space permits Good luck on you purchase let us know what you choose thank you diana from toronto

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      • Jennifer says

        April 09, 2018 at 11:08 am

        Thanks Diana! That's totally what I'm trying to avoid. In our house, if it can't be seen, it doesn't get eaten and if stuff is pushed way to the back, it just gets forgotten (until I clean out the fridge, that is :). So yes, wider and less deep is definitely what I'm after!

        Reply
    5. 2pots2cook says

      February 13, 2017 at 3:35 am

      5 stars
      This is so fresh and inspiring ! Lovely photos too ! Thank you !

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        February 13, 2017 at 7:36 am

        Thanks so much :)

        Reply
    6. Gabi Valladares says

      January 27, 2017 at 7:58 am

      I've never actually made risotto at home, but you're convincing me to hurry up and get to it! This looks so so tasty. ?

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        January 27, 2017 at 8:26 am

        Thanks Gabi and risotto is surprisingly easy to make at home. I find the stirring therapeutic :)

        Reply
    7. Sara says

      April 15, 2016 at 11:28 am

      I always get so excited when I spot pea shoots at the farmer's market, it feels like their season is so short. This risotto is a fabulous way to showcase them!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 15, 2016 at 7:28 pm

        Thanks so much, Sara. The beautiful thing about our local hydroponic grower is that they are available virtually year round. It's a great source for beautiful sprouts!

        Reply
    8. Robyn @ Simply Fresh Dinners says

      April 15, 2016 at 9:46 am

      Oh, I'm making risotto too this weekend, Jennifer. Definitely putting a Spring bent on it as well. This looks absolutely scrumptious. I wish I was having it for lunch today. I love that we can get fresh pea shoots from local growers now. It just makes such a difference to the dish! I'm wanting to add lemon or lime to everything I cook these days!
      Looks like we're actually going to get some warm weather this weekend. It will be nice to thaw out!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 15, 2016 at 9:59 am

        Thanks Robyn and enjoy the warmth and sunshine (there is going to be sunshine too, isn't there?! :)

        Reply
    9. Lucy @ Globe Scoffers says

      April 15, 2016 at 9:24 am

      This looks so fresh, I could eat the whole lot right now, delicious!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 15, 2016 at 9:37 am

        Thanks so much, Lucy :)

        Reply
    10. Tricia @ Saving room for dessert says

      April 15, 2016 at 7:19 am

      I discovered pea shoots just a few years ago - they are a lovely vegetable and I can't wait to find them again. This risotto is beautiful and sounds perfect - a wonderful meatless meal! Have a great weekend.

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 15, 2016 at 9:10 am

        Thanks Tricia and have a great weekend, too! We are finally getting a nice warm weekend here, so I'll be out enjoying it :)

        Reply
    11. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

      April 14, 2016 at 10:55 pm

      This risotto is so beautiful and incredibly perfect for the season. I definitely am going to be making a risotto soon after seeing this recipe, I haven't made one in so long!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 15, 2016 at 9:09 am

        Thanks so much, Thalia. I think you'll enjoy it :)

        Reply
    12. Laura | Tutti Dolci says

      April 14, 2016 at 5:41 pm

      Your lemony twist on risotto is so fresh and light, I'm loving this meal for spring!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 14, 2016 at 7:37 pm

        Thanks so much, Laura. Now if only the weather outside would be more like Spring :)

        Reply
    13. Sarah says

      April 14, 2016 at 12:02 pm

      This is the perfect spring side dish (or main!) That list of ingredients you have going on in your risotto sounds just *perfect* and the pea shoots are such a lovely ingredient!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 14, 2016 at 7:36 pm

        Thanks Sarah :) Risotto is one of my favourite things. So many ways to cook it up!

        Reply
    14. sue|theviewfromgreatisland says

      April 14, 2016 at 11:16 am

      I would eat this way every night if I could just convince my meat-loving hubby! The fresh lemon and the pea shoots are so gorgeous together :)

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 14, 2016 at 7:35 pm

        Thanks Sue. I have a meat-loving hubby, too, so when I make risotto, I have it as is and I cook a pork chop or something to go with it for him :)

        Reply
    15. Chris Scheuer says

      April 14, 2016 at 10:21 am

      I think pea shoots are some of the prettiest, most spring-like greens I've ever seen. Your risotto looks so creamy and I love the idea of pairing it with shrimp! Pinning and sharing!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 14, 2016 at 7:34 pm

        Thanks Chris. I love pea shoots, too! They are my favourite addition to sandwiches, too.

        Reply
    16. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      April 14, 2016 at 9:29 am

      Looks like a wonderful, fresh spring dish Jennifer. I would enjoy this with a nice piece of fish.

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 14, 2016 at 10:06 am

        Thanks Mary Ann and it would be perfect with fish!

        Reply

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