Smoked Salmon Risotto: A Gourmet Dish Made Simple
A creamy and flavorful risotto featuring smoked salmon, perfect for dinner parties or a gourmet family meal. Easy to prepare and rich in taste!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock warmed
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 5 ounces smoked salmon cut into strips
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic; cook until softened.
- Stir in Arborio rice and toast for 1-2 minutes until slightly translucent.
- Deglaze the pan with white wine, stirring until evaporated.
- Add stock one ladle at a time, stirring constantly and allowing each ladle to absorb before adding more.
- Cook for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is al dente.
- Fold in smoked salmon, Parmesan cheese, and heavy cream. Mix gently to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh dill or parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For a lighter option, replace heavy cream with low-fat milk or omit altogether.
Use low-sodium stock to reduce the dish’s salt content.
Add fresh peas, asparagus tips, or spinach for extra nutrients and color.
Use low-sodium stock to reduce the dish’s salt content.
Add fresh peas, asparagus tips, or spinach for extra nutrients and color.
Nutrition
Serving: 1PortionCalories: 1752kcalCarbohydrates: 248gProtein: 63gFat: 50gSaturated Fat: 28gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 166mgSodium: 2021mgPotassium: 714mgFiber: 9gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1723IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 537mgIron: 15mg
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