The risotto it is a main dish of Italian cuisine, with a thousand possibilities. It can be prepared in an infinite number of variations, based on seasonality, fantasy and ingredients. Consumed mainly in the North, with a great classic like the "yellow risotto", or the saffron risotto, then spread throughout the boot, becoming a very popular first course. Tasty and delicious, it is easily cooked even in version Vegetarian. A good broth is essential, of course not of meat but with a mix of fresh and fragrant vegetables, such as celery, carrot, zucchini, potato.

Some prefer it to the wave, or more creamy – just as it should be done – who instead loves it more dry. In any case it is important to choose the kind of rice most suitable. To avoid mistakes you can go on a classic, or the famous one Carnaroli, which thanks to the starch binds the beans and guarantees a perfect creaming, besides keeping the cooking well. Otherwise you can also try with the Vialone Nano, which has similar characteristics to Carnaroli, but smaller and rounder grains.

Sale & Pepe has gathered for you 10 vegetarian risotto recipes that will allow you to amaze your guests: from spring risotto with asparagus and saffron to the Prosecco Risotto perfect for Christmas and New Year holidays like all special occasions, from summer warm risotto in zucchini with mint and pine nuts all'originalissimo risotto with apples, pecorino cheese and honey: a truly refined and special first course to be enjoyed also in autumn. Try our recipes now!