Vegan Risi e Bisi

Savor the comforting embrace of Vegan Risi e Bisi, a plant-based twist on the classic Venetian dish that’s as creamy as it is wholesome. This one-pot wonder features velvety arborio rice simmered to perfection in a flavorful blend of vegetable broth and water, gradually infused with the sweetness of tender peas and the aromatic trio of onion, garlic, and celery. Finished with a burst of zesty lemon, fresh parsley, and the umami kick of nutritional yeast, this vegan risotto-style recipe is a deliciously satisfying, dairy-free alternative that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Ready in just 50 minutes, it’s an ideal weeknight dinner that’s simple yet elegant enough for entertaining. Perfect for fans of Italian cuisine looking for a meatless main course, this recipe pairs beautifully with a crisp side salad and a glass of white wine.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup arborio rice
• 1.5 cups frozen peas
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Stir in the minced garlic and diced celery, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3

In a separate saucepan, bring the vegetable broth and water to a simmer.

Step 4

Add the arborio rice to the pot with the onions and celery, stirring for 1-2 minutes until the rice is well-coated with oil and slightly toasted.

Step 5

Ladle in 1 cup of the hot broth mixture to the rice and stir constantly until most of the liquid is absorbed.

Step 6

Continue adding the broth mixture, one cup at a time, allowing each to be absorbed before adding more, and stirring frequently. This process should take about 18-20 minutes.

Step 7

About 5 minutes before the rice is fully cooked, mix in the frozen peas and continue cooking, adding more broth as needed, until the rice is creamy and the peas are tender.

Step 8

Remove the pot from heat and stir in the chopped parsley, nutritional yeast, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.

Step 9

Let the Risi e Bisi rest for a couple of minutes before serving to develop flavors.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnishing with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2242.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1224.5

Total Fat 39.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4790.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 178.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.7g	0%
Total Sugars 36.1g
Protein 47.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 606.4mg	0%
Iron 17.7mg	0%
Potassium 4126.1mg	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: 28.1%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 56.9%