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Dairy-Free Mushroom Risotto with Saffron recipe by Safe Plated

Dairy-Free Mushroom Risotto with Saffron

A creamy and flavorful dairy-free mushroom risotto, infused with saffron for a delicate flavor and vibrant color. Perfect for a sophisticated lunch.

60m4 servings
DAIRY-freeNUTS-free
400 cal|12g protein|70g carbs|8g fat|5g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups Arborio rice
  • 6 cups Vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 small Onion
  • 2 Garlic cloves
  • about 450 g Mixed mushrooms
  • 1/4 tsp Saffron threads
  • 1/2 cup Dry white wine
  • 2 tbsp Dairy-free butter
  • 2 tbsp Nutritional yeast
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Heat vegetable broth in a saucepan and keep warm.
  2. 2In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3Add mushrooms and cook until browned, about 8 minutes.
  4. 4Add Arborio rice and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. 5Add white wine and cook until absorbed.
  6. 6Add a ladleful of warm vegetable broth to the rice and stir until absorbed. Continue adding broth, one ladleful at a time, stirring constantly until each addition is absorbed before adding the next. This should take about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is creamy and al dente.
  7. 7Stir in dairy-free butter, saffron threads, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper.
  8. 8Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Substitutions

Butter → Dairy-free butter

Adds richness and creaminess.

Parmesan cheese → Nutritional yeast

Adds a cheesy, savory flavor.

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