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Instant Pot Butternut Squash Risotto

This Instant Pot Butternut Squash Risotto is a creamy and delicious dish that's perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Made with Arborio rice, butternut squash, and Parmesan cheese, it's a comforting and flavorful dish that's ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup Arborio rice
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cups butternut squash diced
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions: 

  • Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat the olive oil.
  • Add the onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
  • Stir in the Arborio rice and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  • Pour in the vegetable broth and add the butternut squash.
  • Close the Instant Pot lid and set to high pressure for 6 minutes.
  • Once done, quick release the pressure and stir in the Parmesan cheese.
  • Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

Notes:

This recipe can be easily doubled if you need to serve more people. Make sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Butternut Squash, Instant Pot, Risotto
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