Creamy risotto in a delicious parmesan sauce with crunchy peas and green beans. Delicious and so simple to make. When I go out to eat, I often find myself choosing my entrée based on what the side dishes are. I love vegetables, rice, and other ingredients that are usually in the background of the main dish. For me, these tasty and diverse additions are what I usually end up wanting more of. That is why I love my Creamy Risotto and Green Beans. This dish is flavorful, with a creamy parmesan sauce that will make any meal extra special. The green beans add a distinctive crunch that mixes perfectly with the rich risotto. Don’t be surprised if this tasty side dish becomes the center of attention at your dinner table.
Belle’s Creamy Risotto with Green Beans and Peas
1 cup fresh green beans, cut into 2 inch pieces
½ cups frozen peas
3 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup Arborio rice
1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
3 1/2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Cook green beans and frozen peas in boiling salted water for about 5 minutes or crisp tender. Drain and set aside.
Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 6 to 8 minutes.
Add the rice and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the wine and simmer until absorbed.
Add half the broth (1 ¾ cups) and simmer, stirring once, until absorbed about 8 to 10 minutes. Add the remaining broth and simmer, stirring once, until the rice is tender and creamy about 8 to 10 minutes. (If the rice is not cooked through and the mixture is dry, add more broth and continue to cook until tender.)
Stir in the green beans, peas and the scallions and cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the Parmesan and the remaining tablespoon of butter. Sprinkle with the parsley and additional Parmesan, if desired.
