Risotto is actually a lot easier to make than most people think and many recipes only require some thirty minutes to prepare, making it the perfect midweek meal. Here, we’ve pulled together some of our best meat-free varieties from creamy pumpkin to a delicious mushroom buckwheat risotto. And not only do these dishes skip the meats, they’ve all replaced the standard chicken stock with vegetable stock or water, so you can rest easy knowing they are 100 per cent vegetarian.
Looking for more risottos or more vegetarian recipes?
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Mushroom brown rice risotto
We’ve used low-GI brown rice to make this risotto a healthier option, topped with fried mushrooms, pecorino cheese and thyme leaves.
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Rosemary and tomato barley risotto with mozzarella
Rosemary and tomato barley risotto with mozzarella
Mozzarella is rather delightfully known as ‘fior di latte’, literally meaning ‘flower of the milk’. It provides a wonderfully creamy and mild balance to the spice in this rosemary and tomato barley risotto.
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Butter miso mushroom risotto
Enjoy the flavours of Asia with this delectable butter miso mushroom risotto. This dish is quick and easy, yet still packs bags of flavour!
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Classic risotto
Also known as Risotto Milanese, this classic risotto is traditionally served with Osso Buco but makes also a great simple dinner on its own.
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Mushroom, sage and buckwheat risotto
Mushroom, sage and buckwheat risotto
This vegetarian buckwheat, mushroom and sage risotto is a delicious creamy filler, perfect for lunch and dinner.
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Oven-baked capsicum risotto
Baking your risotto in the oven is a lot easier than standing over the saucepan, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners for vegetarians.
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Really good mushroom risotto
The earthy taste of four different types of mushrooms brings this risotto alive. A perfect vegetarian meal on its own or served with salad or green vegetables.
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Pumpkin, sage and camembert risotto
Pumpkin, sage and camembert risotto
Savoury, comforting and infused with the delicate flavour of sage a big bowl of this pumpkin baked risotto with camembert is exactly what you need.
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Pumpkin and blue cheese risotto
Pumpkin and blue cheese risotto
Don’t overcook your risotto – the grains should be al dente when served.
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No-stir spring pea risotto
Feeding a family of big eaters is expensive! When I find a meat-free meal they enjoy, it helps the weekly budget. This risotto is the kind of dish that can be made if there are the very barest of essentials in the cupboard. It has light flavours to match the season. I do have to pay attention to the pot, but only for half an hour, so it’s no drama.
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Mushroom and rocket risotto
For a nourishing and earthy dinner try this tasty winter mushroom and rocket risotto.
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Risotto-filled zucchini flowers
Risotto-filled zucchini flowers
These delicious risotto-filled zucchini flowers are a real treat for guests, though you could simply use lemon and chilli ricotta if you want a simpler recipe.
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Roasted pumpkin risotto
Our hearty roast pumpkin risotto is a delicious & easy dinner. Simmered in chicken stock & topped with parmesan, it’s sure to be a winning recipe.
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Mixed mushroom risotto
Serve up this winter warming mixed mushroom risotto for dinner tonight. It’s full of flavour and perfect if you’re after a vegetarian meal that will be more than substantial.
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Cheesy risotto balls
The dish that people search out at your party. Crispy and delicious cheesy risotto balls are perfect for sharing platters and cocktail parties.
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Creamy pumpkin risotto
Savoury, comforting and infused with the delicate flavour of sage, a big bowl of this creamy pumpkin risotto is exactly what you need.
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Basic risotto
Make our basic risotto and customise it to your liking. Add any chicken, seafood or vegetables to create a tasty risotto. Your options are endless.
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Vegetable risotto
A North Italian vegetable and rice dish cooked in broth to a creamy consistency.
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Mushroom, cavolo nero and quinoa risotto
Mushroom, cavolo nero and quinoa risotto
Easy gluten-free risotto made with quinoa, cavolo nero and dried porcini mushrooms, and topped with a perfectly poached egg.
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Oven-baked mushroom and spinach risotto
Oven-baked mushroom and spinach risotto
This oven-baked risotto is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Hearty and delicious, minus all the stirring, it’s so simple!
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