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Cozy Creamy Butternut Squash Risotto

Cozy Creamy Butternut Squash Risotto for Heartwarming Nights

This Cozy Creamy Butternut Squash Risotto is a quick and easy vegetarian delight, perfect for fall with its earthy sweetness and creamy texture.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Risotto
  • 1 cup Arborio Rice The key to creamy risotto.
  • 2 cups Butternut Squash Diced.
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Keep warm while cooking.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil For sautéing.
  • 6 leaves Sage Leaves Chopped.
  • to taste Salt For seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper For seasoning.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Medium saucepan
  • Large Skillet
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Dice the butternut squash and toss it in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper until well-coated. Spread the squash evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes.
  2. In a medium saucepan, pour in the vegetable broth and heat it over medium-low until warm. Cover to keep the broth warm.
  3. In a large skillet, add olive oil and sauté the chopped onion for about 4-5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Stir the Arborio rice into the skillet, ensuring each grain is coated. Toast the rice for approximately 2 minutes until slightly translucent at the edges.
  5. Begin adding the warm vegetable broth to the skillet, one ladleful at a time, stirring continuously for about 20 minutes until creamy and al dente.
  6. Gently fold in the roasted butternut squash, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped sage leaves. Stir well, taste, and adjust seasoning before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This risotto pairs wonderfully with a refreshing arugula salad for added contrast.

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