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Vegan Bolognese Risotto

Get ready to elevate your meal rotation with this flavoursome vegan bolognese risotto recipe that combines two comfort classics - spaghetti bolognese and vegan risotto.

If you're seeking a comforting and flavourful dish to add to your repertoire, look no further than vegan bolognese risotto. This fusion of two classic Italian favourites promises a satisfying dining experience for vegans and non-vegans alike.

Vegan Bolognese Risotto brings together the familiar flavours of spaghetti bolognese and the creamy texture of vegan risotto. This innovative fusion offers a delightful twist on traditional comfort food, showcasing the versatility of plant-based ingredients and vegan meal ideas.

At the heart of Vegan Bolognese Risotto are wholesome ingredients bursting with flavour. Arborio rice serves as the foundation, absorbing the rich vegetable broth and aromatic onion and garlic. Assorted vegetables, lentils, and diced tomatoes create a hearty bolognese-style sauce, while vegan cheese adds a creamy and cheesy finish.

If you are looking to venture into a more traditional risotto dish before attempting this recipe, be sure to try your hand at this vegan mushroom risotto.

Ingredients for Vegan Bolognese Risotto

Creating a hearty and satisfying vegan bolognese risotto requires a combination of wholesome ingredients. Here's what you'll need:

  • Brown onion

  • Garlic cloves

  • Zucchini

  • Carrot

  • Arborio rice

  • Diced tomatoes

  • Tomato paste

  • Lentils

  • Vegetable stock

  • Vegan butter

  • Nutritional yeast

  • Vegan cheese (optional)


Risotto, the creamy Italian rice dish, is renowned for its versatility. From savoury to sweet, risotto can be adapted to suit various tastes and dietary preferences. For vegans, risotto serves as a canvas for creative and flavourful vegan risotto creations. One such variation is the Vegan Bolognese Risotto, a fusion of two beloved comfort foods: spaghetti bolognese and risotto.

Vegan Bolognese Risotto exemplifies the beauty of culinary fusion, blending the best elements of two beloved dishes into one sensational vegan comfort meal. Whether enjoyed as a cosy weeknight dinner or shared with loved ones on special occasions, this dish is sure to impress.

With its harmonious blend of flavours and textures, Vegan Bolognese Risotto offers a delightful departure from traditional Italian fare. Embrace the creativity of vegan comfort foods and elevate your meal rotation with this comforting and satisfying dish.

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INGREDIENTS

Vegan Bolognese Risotto

  • 1 brown onion, diced

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 zucchini, diced

  • 1 carrot, diced

  • 1 1/2 cups of arborio rice

  • 1 can diced tomatoes

  • 2 tbsp tomato paste

  • 1 can lentils, drained and rinsed

  • 4 cups vegetable stock

  • 2 tbsp vegan butter

  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast

  • 1 handful grated vegan cheese (optional)


METHOD

◾ Add oil to a pot, add onion, garlic, zucchini and carrot. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes, until vegetables are softened.

◾ Add in rice and stir to briefly saute'

◾ Lower heat and add in diced tomatoes, tomato paste and lentils. Stirring until well combined

◾ Add 2 cups of vegetable stock, occasionally stirring so rice doesn't stick for about 15-20 minutes and stock is mostly absorbed.

◾ Add in the remaining 2 cup of vegetable stock and repeat the above step for about 10 minutes and the stock is mostly absorbed.

◾ Turn off heat and add in butter, nutritional yeast and cheese. Stir until well combined and cheese has melted

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