Name: Creamy Lemon-Asparagus Risotto
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: Makes 6 servings.
Ingredients: 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 Tbsp. olive oil; 2 cups instant white rice, uncooked; 1/2 lb. fresh asparagus spears, cut into 2-inch lengths; 2 cups chicken broth; 2 Tbsp. PHILADELPHIA 1/3 Less Fat than Cream Cheese; Zest and juice from 1/2 lemon

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20 Min(s)

10 Min(s) Prep

10 Min(s) Cook

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Use this asparagus risotto as a rice alternative at the dinner table. This delicious Creamy Lemon-Asparagus Risotto will make your family thank you.

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6 servings

Original recipe yields 6 servings

1 onion, finely chopped

2 Tbsp. olive oil

2 cups instant white rice, uncooked

1/2 lb. fresh asparagus spears, cut into 2-inch lengths

2 cups chicken broth

2 Tbsp. PHILADELPHIA 1/3 Less Fat than Cream Cheese

Zest and juice from 1/2 lemon

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Let's Make It

Cook onions in hot oil in large skillet on medium heat 2 min. or until tender.

Stir in rice, asparagus and broth. Bring to boil; simmer on low heat 5 min.

Add reduced-fat cream cheese, lemon zest and juice; cook until cream cheese is melted and mixture is well blended, stirring constantly.

Kitchen Tips

Tip 1

How to Shop For Fresh Asparagus

Examine tips of asparagus for signs of freshness. The tips should be closed and not too dry. A wrinkle in the stem or breaking down of the tip identifies old asparagus.

Tip 2

Serving Suggestion

Serve this risotto with grilled chicken or shrimp.

Tip 3

Substitute

Substitute 1/2 cup dry white wine for an equal amount of broth.

Tip 4

Nutrition Bonus

Enjoy the spring harvest with this delicious risotto! As a bonus, this meatless entree can fit into a healthful eating plan.

Nutrition

Calories

190

Calories From Fat

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 6g

Saturated Fat 1.5g

Trans Fat 0g

Cholesterol less than 5mg

Sodium 280mg

12%

Total Carbohydrates 28g

10%

Dietary Fiber 2g

Sugars 3g

Protein 5g

10%

Vitamin A

Vitamin C

Calcium

Iron

15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

servings

Makes 6 servings.

* Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients and cooking instructions as described in each recipe and is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Please note that nutrition details may vary based on methods of preparation, origin and freshness of ingredients used.