Truffled Broccoli & Feta Risotto with Pine Nuts & Basil Oil

Serving size

7 plants

Truffled Broccoli & Feta Risotto with Pine Nuts & Basil Oil

Prep time: 15 mins
Total time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Food group: Dairy

This creamy risotto is the perfect option for when you are craving something comforting. Feta adds tang. Vibrant broccoli and courgette for your greens. Decadent black truffle elevates the dish. it's a feast for the tastebuds!

Cooking Instructions

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Before you start

  • Turn the grill to high (240C)
  • Line a baking tray with silver foil
  • Pull out a large frying pan, a small bowl, a measuring jug & a sieve

Grill & toast

  • Cut the broccoli into small florets, then dice the stalk into 1cm chunks. Drizzle with 2 tsp oil and season with salt and pepper
  • Place the broccoli onto the foil-lined baking tray and grill for 8-9 mins, until tender and charred
  • Meanwhile, heat the large frying pan on medium heat. Once hot, add the pine nuts and toast for 2-3 mins, tossing regularly, until golden brown. Remove and set aside

Build the risotto

  • Thinly slice the onion. Finely chop or crush the garlic. Cut the courgettes into 1/2cm half-moons
  • Return the large frying pan with 1 tbsp oil to medium-high heat. Once hot, add the courgette and onion and cook for 4-5 mins, until golden and softened. Season with salt and pepper
  • Add the garlic and cook for another 2 mins. Stir in the soft cheese, stock powder and 300ml hot water. Bring to the boil, then add the rice and stir into the sauce, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Simmer for 5-6 mins, until thickened

Make the basil oil

  • Pick the basil leaves from the stalks and finely chop
  • Add the basil and toasted pine nuts to the small bowl and mix with 1 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt

Finishing touches

  • Rinse the spinach, then stir into the sauce for a final 1 min, until wilted. Add a splash of water if it's a little thick
  • Remove from the heat, then stir in the truffle zest and grilled broccoli. Season to taste with salt and pepper

Plate up

  • Serve the risotto into bowls, topped with the rocket. Drizzle over the basil oil. Crumble over the feta

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