Very Easy Risotto

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This easy risotto is made with green onion and Parmesan cheese. This rice dish is fast and doesn't require constant stirring!

Submitted by Kim Sanchez
Updated on July 17, 2023
risotto garnished with green onions
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • ⅔ cup sliced green onion

  • 1 ⅓ cups uncooked long-grain rice

  • 4 cups water

  • 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules

  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir green onion in hot butter briefly, then add rice. Cook and stir until rice is toasted, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in water; season with chicken bouillon and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

  2. Remove from heat. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

243 Calories
8g Fat
34g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 243
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g 10%
Saturated Fat 5g 24%
Cholesterol 21mg 7%
Sodium 284mg 12%
Total Carbohydrate 34g 12%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 8g 16%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 161mg 12%
Iron 2mg 12%
Potassium 98mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.