Low Sodium Creamy Mushroom Risotto

Indulge in the comforting elegance of Low Sodium Creamy Mushroom Risotto, a heart-healthy twist on the classic Italian favorite. This velvety dish combines the nutty richness of Arborio rice with earthy cremini mushrooms, aromatic garlic, and a splash of white wine for depth. By using low-sodium vegetable broth and a light hand with seasoning, this recipe delivers bold flavor without compromising on health. Finished with a touch of Parmesan and fresh herbs like thyme and parsley, this creamy risotto is perfect as a satisfying main course or an impressive side dish. Ready in under an hour, it’s a wholesome and delicious meal that’s sure to impress while keeping sodium in check.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Arborio rice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 8 ounces Cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 4 cups Low sodium vegetable broth
• 0.5 cup White wine
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, heat the low sodium vegetable broth over low heat. Keep warm.

Step 2

In a large skillet or saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the sliced cremini mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and begin to brown, about 5-6 minutes.

Step 5

Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and stir in the Arborio rice, letting it toast lightly for 2-3 minutes until the edges look translucent.

Step 6

Pour in the white wine, stirring constantly until the wine is fully absorbed by the rice.

Step 7

Begin to add the warm vegetable broth one ladle at a time, stirring frequently. Allow each addition of broth to be absorbed before adding the next, which should take about 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender but still has a slight bite to it.

Step 8

Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter, grated Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and fresh thyme leaves until everything is well combined and creamy in texture.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, bearing in mind to keep sodium low. Remember that the Parmesan cheese adds a salty touch.

Step 10

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1829.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1275.5

Total Fat 65.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 102mg	0%
Sodium 1276.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 121.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g	0%
Total Sugars 14.8g
Protein 36.7g	0%

Vitamin D 22.7IU	0%
Calcium 594.3mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 1993.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.3%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 39.7%