Looking for a solid date night in recipe for Valentine’s Day (or any day, really)? Here are my favorite risotto recipes designed to make 2-3 servings! There are vegetarian options, pescatarian options, and more!
If you’re looking for risotto as a side dish for two people, start with my Creamy Parmesan Risotto for Two. It’s perfect to serve alongside grilled or roasted chicken, steak, pork, or seafood!
For heartier risotto recipes, be sure to check out my Chicken, Bacon, and Cheddar Risotto, Creamy Lemon and Pea Risotto with Salmon, or Spicy Shrimp Risotto.
For hearty vegetarian options, my Roasted Broccoli and Cheddar Risotto is one of my all-time faves! My Caramelized Onion, Bacon, and Parmesan Risotto is probably the most popular one around, so if you’re into really stepping up your flavor game with risotto, you can’t miss it.
I hope you find one you love!
Roasted Broccoli and Cheddar Risotto for Two
A small batch cheddar risotto recipe with roasted broccoli. This recipe makes two servings as a main dish, or 3-4 servings as a side dish. It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of risotto. I have a few different recipes for it on my blog, and could easily eat any of them multiple times…
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Bacon and Leek Risotto for Two
A delightfully complex risotto recipe with smoky, salty bacon, slightly sweet caramelized leeks, shallots, garlic, pecorino cheese, and fresh lemon juice for balance. This is a small batch recipe that makes two servings of bacon and leek risotto. Leeks are magical. They’re so similar to onions, shallots, and garlic, but they feel even *fancier*. Caramelizing…
Creamy Lemon and Pea Risotto with Salmon
Servings: 2 / Prep Time: 15 minutes / Cook Time: 30 minutes If you’ve ever felt intimidated by risotto, this recipe is here to help! It’s a creamy, lemony risotto recipe for two, with sweet peas mixed into it and flaky salmon served on top. This creamy risotto recipe is one of my all-time favorites.…
Caramelized Onion, Bacon, and Parmesan Risotto
A cozy risotto recipe with so much flavor, this caramelized onion risotto has been a fan favorite for years now. It makes about four servings and comes together in under an hour. To help guide you through the process, I have step-by-step photos available further down in this blog post! Caramelized onions are pretty easy…
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Bacon, Cheddar, and Chicken Risotto for Two
A delicious chicken risotto recipe, plus all of the flavors. Trust me on this one. Pair with an oak chard, a fruit-forward red, or a juicy Beaujolais.
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Creamy Parmesan Risotto for Two
Classic, creamy parmesan risotto for two is the perfect side dish for any date night at home. Enjoy with roasted meats or veggies!
Caprese Risotto with RiceSelect® Arborio Rice
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #UnforgettableRice #CollectiveBias It’s pretty clear that risotto is like, my thing. I think it’s because risotto is like a blank canvas, and you can add any and every flavor imaginable to it. Bacon, cheddar, chicken risotto? Done. Spicy…
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lemon asparagus risotto with prosciutto
lemon, prosciutto, & asparagus risotto Risotto number five (of the risotto series on the blog) has arrived! This lemon asparagus risotto starts like a basic risotto: olive oil, onions, arborio rice, a splash of white wine, and chicken broth. But then, asparagus, lemon juice, prosciutto, and mascarpone transform it into a gorgeous flavor and textural…
small batch spicy shrimp risotto (for two)
How many variations of risotto can we make together? The answer is as many as we want, because risotto is LIFE. Risotto is kind of like pizza, or pasta, or whatever Italian-inspired comfort food fits your mood. It’s incredibly versatile, loves all types of meats and vegetables, and offers an elegant touch to dinner. This…
saffron risotto + coho salmon
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #TheFreshMarket #TFMCrabBash #Collectivebias. Risotto is one of my favorite foods to not only eat, but also to cook. It’s unique texture provides an elegant, sophisticated, yet indulgent contribution to any meal. Pairing risotto with the gorgeous color and…
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