Although risotto is one of the simplest meals you could whip up, there is something undeniably fancy about it. Maybe it’s the fact that you’re cooking with wine, or the patience that’s involved with constantly stirring the rice. Whatever the reason, next time you’re in the mood for treating your significant other, wow them with one of these romantic yet simple risotto recipes.
1. Brussels Sprouts and Lemon Risotto
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The Brussels sprouts add color and flavor without overpowering the risotto. Try serving this dish with a simple side salad to make it a complete meal. Get our Brussels Sprouts and Lemon Risotto recipe.
2. Baked Vegetable Risotto with Poached Eggs
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Eating seasonally is sure to keep you from breaking the budget while still providing maximum flavor for your recipes, so keep this recipe in mind for a lighter spring-date meal. Get the Baked Vegetable Risotto with Poached Eggs recipe.
3. Lobster Risotto
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Wow your love with this seafood lobster risotto; the recipe calls for not only two entire lobsters but also a cup of wine! Don’t forget to serve the other half of the bottle with your meal. Get our Lobster Risotto recipe.
4. Instant Pot Cheddar Risotto with Fresh Sage
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Talk about comfort food with a fancy twist! Think of this risotto recipe as your permission to eat upscale macaroni and cheese with a side of white wine on your date (and a fragrant hint of sage). Plus, it’s made in the Instant Pot, so you have more time for…other things. Get the Instant Pot Cheddar Risotto with Fresh Sage recipe.
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5. Farro Risotto with Asparagus and Fava Beans
Not all risotto has to be made with rice, and this version uses the ancient grain farro to create a surprising and unique twist that will impress any date. Get our Farro Risotto with Asparagus and Fava Beans recipe.
6. Leek Risotto
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We all know the worst thing on a date is having bad breath. Leeks have all the wonderful health and flavor benefits of the onion family without the horrid aftertaste that often comes with eating raw or red onions. Get the Leek Risotto recipe.
7. Sweet Carrot Risotto
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When carrots are cooked, they take on a sweet flavor that shines through in this recipe as you use a carrot broth to bring new flavors to your risotto. Get our Sweet Carrot Risotto recipe.
8. Baked Risotto with Broccoli Pesto and Scallops
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Craving risotto for your date night but still need to find time to get dressed and fix your hair? Then consider making this recipe, which is baked so you won’t be forced to stand next to the stove stirring every few minutes. Get the Baked Risotto with Broccoli Pesto and Scallops recipe.
9. Butternut Squash Risotto
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This hearty winter twist on the classic risotto has mascarpone cheese mixed into it for a creamy and decadent finish. Also, the butternut squash is cooked right into the rice so you don’t have to worry about roasting it for an hour beforehand! Get the Butternut Squash Risotto recipe.
10. Freekeh Risotto with Broccolini, Lemon, and Ricotta
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Impress your guest by serving this risotto recipe made with the slightly unusual grain freekeh, usually only found in Middle Eastern or North African dishes. Get the Freekeh Risotto with Broccolini, Lemon, and Ricotta recipe.
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This black risotto has a unique and eye-catching presentation that will make for a memorable and delicious meal. This recipe would also be wonderful with shrimp if prawns are not available in your area. Get the Black Risotto with Prawns recipe.
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Shelly Westerhausen is the founder of Vegetarian ‘Ventures, a food blog that focuses on planet-based recipes and healthy eating habits. In her free time, you can find her rocking a wolf T-shirt, sipping on hibiscus tea, and working on her magazine, Driftless.
This post was originally published on February 9, 2015 and was updated on January 31, 2019.
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