Creamy Farro Risotto with Fresh Spring Herbs and Parmesan

Creamy Farro Risotto with Fresh Spring Herbs and Parmesan

This rustic Italian farro risotto features the nutty, chewy texture of ancient grains combined with a vibrant medley of fresh spring herbs. A lighter, more wholesome twist on classic risotto that celebrates the best flavours of the season.

AI SCORE
85
/100

Creamy Farro Risotto with Fresh Spring Herbs and Parmesan

This rustic Italian farro risotto features the nutty, chewy texture of ancient grains combined with a vibrant medley of fresh spring herbs. A lighter, more wholesome twist on classic risotto that celebrates the best flavours of the season.

AI SCORE
85
/100
ItalianDinnerVegetarian
⏱️
58 min
Time
👥
4 people
Servings
🔥
385 kcal
Calories
📊
Medium
Difficulty

Ingredients

  • 250g pearled farro
  • 1.2 litres vegetable stock, kept warm
  • 1 medium shallot, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 150ml dry white wine
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 60g Parmesan cheese, freshly grated, plus extra for serving
  • 3 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, finely chopped
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 50g baby spinach leaves

Instructions

1

Rinse the pearled farro under cold water and drain well. Keep the vegetable stock warm in a saucepan over low heat.

2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pan or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the shallot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

3

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

4

Add the farro to the pan and toast for 2 minutes, stirring to coat the grains in oil until they become slightly nutty in aroma.

5

Pour in the white wine and stir continuously until the liquid is fully absorbed, about 2 minutes.

6

Begin adding the warm stock one ladleful at a time, stirring frequently and allowing each addition to be absorbed before adding the next. Continue this process for 25-30 minutes until the farro is tender but still has a pleasant chewy texture.

7

Remove the pan from heat and stir in the butter, grated Parmesan, and baby spinach, allowing the residual heat to wilt the leaves.

8

Fold in the fresh chives, parsley, mint, basil, and tarragon. Add the lemon zest and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper to taste.

9

Divide the risotto among four warmed bowls and drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Top with extra Parmesan and a final scattering of fresh herbs before serving immediately.

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