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20 Amazingly Easy Risotto Recipes

Master our simple methods for risotto and you'll be able to whip up endless variations of this creamy comfort food.
20 Amazingly Easy Risotto Recipes

Our classic Parmesan risotto is a six-ingredient delight: arborio rice with Parmesan, white wine, broth, onion and butter. A slowly stirred labour of love, the final product is saucy but not soupy, and the grains of rice have a tender bite to them. But that's only one way to make risotto. From no-stir to slow-cooker risottos, here are a host of easy ways to make this tasty dish.

Mushroom and beet risotto

A creamy, colourful vegetarian dish that's perfect for winter. Tip: Steady stirring over a low simmer is what really makes this saucy risotto utter perfection. Get our mushroom and beet risotto recipe.

Mushroom and beet risottoPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

Risotto with swiss chard and garlic shrimp

A creamy risotto tossed with colourful Swiss chard, goat cheese and garlicky shrimp. Get this risotto with Swiss chard and garlic shrimp recipe.

Risotto with shrimp in a bowl.Photo, Erik Putz.

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Turkey and leek risotto

One of our favourite ways to use shredded turkey is in this creamy, rustic dish. Get this turkey and leek risotto recipe.

Turkey and leek risotto in a bowl.Photo, Sian Richards.

Scallop risotto with arugula

This risotto gets its creamy texture from extra-smooth ricotta, while the scallops get a hint of smokey flavour from the paprika—all in all, a winning combination. Get this scallop risotto with arugula recipe.

Scallops on risotto in a bowl.Photo, Erik Putz.

Slow cooker barley squash risotto

This shortcut risotto uses the slow cooker, so you don’t have to constantly stir the pot. It also gets a rustic, harvest-fresh finish (perfect for any night of the week) with sautéed mushrooms, creamy squash and fried sage. Get this slow cooker squash and barley risotto recipe.

Butternut squash risotto with sage leaves in bowls.Photo, Roberto Caruso.

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Steel-cut oat risotto

Consider this an easier, nuttier version of rice-based risotto. The oats maintain a slight chewiness even when fully cooked. We used store-bought beef broth; if you use homemade, season the risotto generously with salt. Get this steel-cut oat risotto recipe.

Oat risotto as a side dish on a plate.Photo, Sian Richards.

Classic Parmesan risotto

Saucy and rich, this classic Italian risotto is an ideal starter dish. Get this classic Parmesan risotto recipe.

Parmesan risotto on a wooden spoon.Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Asparagus and brown rice risotto

A perfect mix of flavour and textures, this risotto—with tender asparagus and creamy rice—gets some bite from crumbled gorgonzola. Get this asparagus and brown-rice risotto recipe.

Asparagus risotto on a wooden spoon.Photo, Roberto Caruso.

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Osso bucco with instant creamy risotto

Risotto that cooks in 10 minutes? Yep! Thanks to the pressure cooker, this complete gourmet meal (braised lamb shanks included) is ready in just over an hour. Get this awesome osso bucco and instant creamy risotto recipe

Risotto served as a side dish in a bowl.Photo, Angus Fergusson.

Beet-barley risotto with ricotta

We mixed it up and added pearl barley to this ruby risotto, garnishing it with fresh ricotta and sprigs of thyme. Get this beet-barley risotto with ricotta recipe.

Beet barley risotto on a wooden spoon.Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Coconut ’risotto’

This light and flavourful side dish goes beautifully with our tropical fruit and spice chicken. Get this coconut ‘risotto’ recipe.

Coconut risotto served as a side dish on a plate.Photo, Roberto Caruso.

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Crispy mozzarella risotto cakes

Leftover risotto? This is the perfect way to use it, because who doesn’t love crispy, cheesy appetizers? (Also, cold risotto is easier to roll for frying.) Get this crispy mozzarella risotto cakes recipe.

Fried risotto cakes on a wooden spoon.Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Caprese risotto

Inspired by the classic Italian salad, this creamy risotto is topped with fresh basil and mozzarella. Get this caprese risotto recipe.

Caprese risotto on a wooden spoon.Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Porcini-mushroom risotto

Infuse dinner with rich and earthy vegetables: Try this two-mushroom (porcini and cremini) risotto topped with Parmesan. Get this porcini-mushroom risotto recipe.

Mushroom risotto on a wooden spoon.Photo, Roberto Caruso.

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Baked risotto with roasted fennel

This risotto needs no stirring while it bakes. Warning: It’s easy to forget the pot is very hot once it’s out of the oven; we wrap tea towels around the pot handles as a reminder. Get this baked risotto with roasted fennel recipe.

Baked risotto with roasted fennel in a bowl.Photo, George Whiteside.

Cheat’s orzo risotto with olives and feta

Feta, kalamata olives, tomatoes and red onion—we love this new take on Greek salad for dinner. Get this cheat’s orzo risotto with olives and feta recipe.

Orzo risotto with cherry tomatoes and olives on a wooden spoon.Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Baked tomato risotto

Start this nutrient-rich risotto on the stove, then simply pop it in the oven and walk away. Get this baked tomato risotto recipe.

Baked tomato risotto in a pot.

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Lemony mint and pea risotto

This zesty version only takes about 30 minutes and the end result is a satisfying, cozy meal. Get this lemony mint and pea risotto recipe.

Lemon risotto with peas and mint on a wooden spoon.Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Farro risotto with squash and hazelnuts

Leave room for for seconds with this one—everyone will love the sweet sautéed squash and crunchy toasted hazelnuts. Get this farro risotto with squash and hazelnuts recipe.

Farro risotto with butternut squash and hazelnuts on a wooden spoon.Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Seafood saffron risotto with fennel

Bring the coast to your table tonight with this seafood risotto. (It’s like an effortless paella.) Get this seafood saffron risotto with fennel recipe.

Seafood risotto with shrimp and mussels on a wooden spoon.Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Watch: How to make classic risotto recipe

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