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Creamy Butternut Squash Risotto

Creamy Butternut Squash Risotto for Cozy Nights In

Enjoy a delightful Creamy Butternut Squash Risotto that is vegetarian-friendly and perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

For the Risotto
  • 1 cup Arborio Rice The star ingredient that gives the risotto its signature creaminess by releasing starch.
  • 2 cups Butternut Squash Peeled, seeded, and diced for even cooking.
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Keep it warm to speed up the process.
  • 1 medium Onion Sautéed until sweet and translucent.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic enhances the flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for the best texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Used for sautéing.
  • 4 leaves Sage Leaves Fresh sage is recommended for best flavor.
  • to taste Salt Essential for balancing flavors.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Medium saucepan
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Butternut Squash Risotto
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the diced butternut squash in olive oil, followed by salt and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
  2. In a medium saucepan, gently warm vegetable broth over low heat, ensuring it's hot but not boiling.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions for 4-5 minutes until translucent, then stir in minced garlic for an additional minute.
  4. Add Arborio rice to the skillet, coating each grain with olive oil. Toast for about 2 minutes until edges are translucent.
  5. Pour in one ladleful of warm broth at a time, stirring continuously as the rice absorbs the liquid. Repeat for about 20 minutes until creamy and al dente.
  6. Fold in the roasted butternut squash, grated Parmesan, and chopped sage leaves. Serve hot, topped with olive oil or extra Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 66gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish pairs beautifully with a light arugula salad dressed in tangy lemon vinaigrette for a balanced meal.

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