For an extra burst of flavor, stir in a squeeze of lemon juice and a handful of fresh herbs such as parsley or chives before serving.
Ingredients
1cup Arborio rice
4cups vegetable broth
1tablespoon olive oil
1leek, thinly sliced
1bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
1cup fresh or frozen peas
1/4cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced leek and cook until softened.
Add the Arborio rice to the saucepan and cook, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes.
Gradually add the vegetable broth to the saucepan, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly and allowing the liquid to be absorbed before adding more.
When the rice is almost tender, stir in the asparagus and peas. Continue cooking until the vegetables are heated through and the rice is cooked to your desired consistency.
Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.