Low Carb Vegetable Risotto
Savor the creamy indulgence of this Low Carb Vegetable Risotto, a delightful twist on the classic comfort food that’s both nutritious and guilt-free. Made with tender cauliflower rice, sautéed zucchini, and earthy mushrooms, this dish is bursting with fresh, wholesome flavors. Infused with garlic, Parmesan cheese, and a splash of heavy cream, it achieves a luscious, velvety texture without the carbs of traditional risotto. Perfect for a lighter, keto-friendly dinner or an elegant side dish, this one-pan recipe is as easy to prepare as it is satisfying, coming together in just 35 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan for a restaurant-quality finish to this low-carb culinary delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Cauliflower rice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Zucchini, diced
- 1 cup Mushrooms, sliced
- 1.5 cups Vegetable broth
- 0.25 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Add the diced zucchini and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the cauliflower rice, ensuring it is evenly mixed with the vegetables.
Pour in the vegetable broth and season with salt and black pepper. Stir well and let simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until most of the broth is absorbed.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the risotto is creamy.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1012 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.8 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.2 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2903 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.5 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.5 g | ||
| Protein | 41.7 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 695 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2810 mg | 60% | |
*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.
