Baked Pumpkin Goat Cheese Risotto: An Indulgent Fall Comfort Dish
An indulgent fall-inspired dish that combines creamy risotto with the rich flavors of pumpkin and goat cheese.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 2 cups pumpkin puree
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup goat cheese, crumbled
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent.
- Stir in the Arborio rice, coating it with the oil for about 2 minutes.
- Gradually add the vegetable broth, one ladle at a time, stirring continuously until the liquid is absorbed.
- Add the pumpkin puree, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir well to combine.
- Once the risotto is creamy and al dente, remove from heat and fold in the goat cheese and Parmesan.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional cheese if desired.
Notes
- For an extra touch, top with toasted pumpkin seeds before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Baked Pumpkin Goat Cheese Risotto