Easy Ham and Pea Risotto
Easy Ham and Pea Risotto is a quick meal using deli or leftover ham, frozen peas, and cheese. Satisfying, delicious and ready in 30 minutes!
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 332kcal
Ingredients
- 6 cups water heated, with salt to taste
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/2 cups risotto rice, like Aborio
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup ham diced into 1/4-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano plus more for serving
- 1 cup pea shoots, optional or fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat water and 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste) in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming; keep warm.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Then add the rice and garlic; cook, stirring until toasted, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Pour in the salted water and bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes on medium heat, stirring frequently.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the peas, ham, mustard, Parmesan cheese, and remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Cook for another few minutes, stirring until the liquid is absorbed and the risotto is at desired consistency.
- Serve with additional Parmesan cheese, pea shoots, or microgreens. You can also add fresh herbs like parsley or fresh mint.
Nutrition
Calories: 332kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 510mg | Potassium: 205mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 379IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 125mg | Iron: 3mg