Best 6 Fresh Tomato Basil Risotto With Mozzarella Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors that is Fresh Tomato Basil Risotto with Mozzarella, a delectable dish that captures the essence of Italian cuisine. This creamy and vibrant risotto is a delightful treat that showcases the perfect harmony of fresh, juicy tomatoes, aromatic basil, and gooey mozzarella cheese. Prepared with simple ingredients, this dish elevates everyday staples to create a culinary masterpiece.

Each bite of this risotto is a journey through a garden of fresh flavors, with the sweetness of the tomatoes mingling with the herbaceous notes of basil and the rich, tangy taste of mozzarella. The creamy Arborio rice, cooked to perfection, provides a velvety canvas for these flavors to dance upon, while a hint of white wine adds a subtle depth to the dish.

Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to impress your guests, this recipe is sure to deliver a delightful and satisfying dining experience. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

FRESH TOMATO BASIL RISOTTO WITH MOZZARELLA



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The flavors of summer, in a great rice dish. Source: Unknown

Provided by Lynnda Cloutier

Categories     Rice Sides

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups diced plum tomatoes
2 tbsp. chopped fresh basil
1 tbsp. olive oil
1/2 tsp. salt
1 clove garlic, crushed
4 cans low sodium chicken broth, 10.5 oz. each
2 tsp. olive oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 1/2 cups arborio or other short grain rice, uncooked
1/3 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup (2 oz) diced part skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper
2 tbsp. grated parmesan cheese.

Steps:

  • 1. Mix first 5 ingredients; stir well and set aside. Bring broth to a simmer in medium pan Don't boil. Keep warm over low heat. Heat 2 tsp. oil in large pan over medium high heat. Add onion; sauté 3 minutes. Add rice; cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute.
  • 2. Add wine; Cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute or til liquid is nearly absorbed. Add warm broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly til each addition is absorbed before adding the next (about 20 minutes total). Add tomato mixture; cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in mozzarella and pepper. Sprinkle each serving with Parmesan cheese. Makes 6 servings.

BAKED TOMATO, MOZZARELLA & BASIL RISOTTO



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Imagine all the best bits of arancini - a golden, crunchy exterior; cheesy, oozing rice - in risotto form and you have this moreish baked tomato, mozzarella and basil risotto. It's deliciously comforting

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
300g arborio rice
small glass of white wine (optional), or 100ml extra stock
750ml hot vegetable stock
100g cherry tomatoes, halved
small handful of basil leaves, finely shredded, plus a few extra small leaves to serve
25g parmesan or vegetarian alternative, finely grated
150g ball mozzarella, torn into small chunks
25g dried breadcrumbs (panko are good but any will do)

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Heat half the oil in an ovenproof pan or casserole dish, then stir in the onion and cook over a low heat for 8-10 mins until golden. Scatter over the rice and mix well until coated. Pour over the wine, if using, and cook for 2 mins until absorbed. Pour over the hot stock, then give the rice a quick stir. Put the dish in the oven and bake the rice for 10 mins.
  • Remove from the oven and stir through the tomatoes, basil, half of the parmesan and some seasoning. Flatten everything out roughly with the back of a spoon, then nestle the chunks of mozzarella evenly into the risotto. Sprinkle over the breadcrumbs and the remaining parmesan, and drizzle with the rest of the olive oil. Put the dish back in the oven, and bake everything for another 10-15 mins until the rice is just cooked through, heating it under the grill if you want a deep, golden crust. Leave to stand for a few minutes, scatter with a few extra basil leaves and serve scooped straight from the dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 504 calories, Fat 16 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 71 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, Sodium 1.11 milligram of sodium

RISOTTO WITH TOMATOES, OLIVES, SMOKED MOZZARELLA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
1 cup thinly sliced leeks or finely chopped onions
1 1/2 teaspoons Italian herb blend
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
1 1/2 cups arborio rice
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 can (15-ounce) diced tomatoes, or plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped, with liquid
2 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 cup pitted Kalamata or other Mediterranean black olives, pitted and halved
6 ounces smoked mozzarella, shredded
1/2 cup Sicilian or other good quality green olives, pitted and coarsely chopped
1 cup loosely packed fresh parsley leaves
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the butter in pressure cooker over medium-high heat. When it begins to foam, add the leeks, herbs, and crushed red pepper and cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute. Stir in the rice and coat it with the butter. Add the wine and cook over high heat, stirring, until it evaporates, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, broth and black olives.
  • Lock the lid in place. Over high heat, bring to high pressure. Lower the heat to maintain high pressure and cook for 4 minutes. Quick-release the pressure by setting the cooker under cold running water. Remove the lid, tilting it away from you to allow any excess steam to escape.
  • Boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until the rice is tender but still chewy and the risotto loses most of its soupiness and becomes creamy and thick, 3 to 4 minutes. Turn off the heat and stir in the smoked mozzarella, green olives, parsley, and salt, if needed. Continue to stir just until the mozzarella has softened and the parsley becomes limp, about 30 seconds. Serve in large shallow bowls.

RISOTTO WITH FRESH MOZZARELLA, GRAPE TOMATOES, AND BASIL



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Make and share this Risotto With Fresh Mozzarella, Grape Tomatoes, and Basil recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Vino Girl

Categories     Medium Grain Rice

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 1/2 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
2 cups chopped leeks
1 1/2 cups arborio rice or 1 1/2 cups other medium grain rice
1/3 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup half-and-half
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 cup halved grape tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
5 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, finely diced

Steps:

  • Place vinegar in a small, heavy saucepan; bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • Cook until slightly syrupy and reduced to 1 tablespoon (about 4 minutes). Set aside.
  • Bring broth to a simmer in a medium saucepan (do not boil). Keep warm.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Add leek to pan; sauté 3 minutes or until tender.
  • Add rice; cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in wine, and cook 1 minute or until liquid is nearly absorbed, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in 1 cup broth; cook 5 minutes or until liquid is nearly absorbed, stirring constantly.
  • Reduce heat to medium.
  • Add remaining broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly until each portion of broth is absorbed before adding the next (about 25 minutes total).
  • Stir in half-and-half, salt, and pepper; cook 2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat; stir in tomatoes, basil, and cheese.
  • Place about 1 cup risotto into each of 6 shallow serving bowls; drizzle each serving with 1/2 teaspoon balsamic syrup and 1/2 teaspoon oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.6, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 22.4, Sodium 549.4, Carbohydrate 46.4, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 1.6, Protein 9.5

TOMATO AND BASIL RISOTTO



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This is a luxurious summer risotto, with tomatoes both cooked along with the rice and added uncooked to the finished risotto.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 1h

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

7 cups well seasoned vegetable stock, garlic stock (see recipe) or chicken stock
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup minced onion
Salt to taste
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound tomatoes, grated
Pinch of sugar
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 cup dry white or rosé wine, such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc
1/2 pound additional sweet ripe tomatoes, finely diced (about ¾ cup)
1/4 cup slivered fresh basil
1/4 to 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (1 to 2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Put your stock or broth into a saucepan and bring it to a simmer over low heat, with a ladle nearby or in the pot. Make sure that it is well seasoned.
  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a wide, heavy skillet or a wide, heavy saucepan. Add the onion and a generous pinch of salt, and cook gently until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the rice and garlic and cook, stirring, until the grains of rice are separate and beginning to crackle. Stir in the grated tomatoes, sugar, thyme, and salt to taste and cook, stirring often, until the tomatoes have cooked down slightly and coat the rice, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Add the wine and stir until it has evaporated and been absorbed by the rice. Begin adding the simmering stock, a couple of ladlefuls (about 1/2 cup) at a time. The stock should just cover the rice, and should be bubbling, not too slowly but not too quickly. Cook, stirring often, until it is just about absorbed. Add another ladleful or two of the stock and continue to cook in this fashion, adding more stock and stirring when the rice is almost dry. You do not have to stir constantly, but stir often and when you do, stir vigorously. When the rice is just tender all the way through but still chewy (al dente), in 20 to 25 minutes, it is done. Taste now and adjust seasoning.
  • Add another ladleful of stock to the rice. Stir in the additional finely diced tomatoes, basil and Parmesan and remove from the heat. The mixture should be creamy (add more stock if it isn't). Serve right away in wide soup bowls or on plates, spreading the risotto in a thin layer rather than a mound.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 391, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 1098 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

TOMATO RISOTTO



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Once you master the risotto technique, you can make flavorful versions throughout the year. This summery version is based on red, ripe tomatoes from the garden, but if you want to up the tomato quotient, surround the finished dish with slices of multicolored heirloom varieties. Best as a first course or vegetarian main course, it could also pair with a main course - grilled fish, for instance.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, lunch, weekday, grains and rice, main course, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
Salt and pepper
1 1/2 cups arborio or carnaroli rice
Pinch of red-pepper flakes
2 garlic cloves
1/2 cup white wine
2 cups diced ripe red tomatoes
3 cups boiling water or vegetable broth
1/2 cup grated pecorino or Parmesan, plus more for serving
4 medium tomatoes, in different colors, sliced
Chopped parsley, for garnish
Snipped basil, for garnish

Steps:

  • Put 3 tablespoons olive oil in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat, then add the onion, and season generously with salt. Add pepper to taste, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the rice and cook the onions, stirring, until the onions are barely brown, about 2 minutes. Add red-pepper flakes, garlic, white wine and diced tomatoes, and cook until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes more.
  • Add 2 cups boiling water and adjust the heat to a brisk simmer. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring well with a wooden spoon every minute or so.
  • When the liquid is absorbed, add remaining 1 cup water and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, until the rice is cooked, but the grains are still firm. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding another splash of water if necessary to loosen the mixture. Turn off the heat, stir in the pecorino and 2 more tablespoons olive oil.
  • Transfer to a low, wide serving bowl. Surround the rice with tomato slices and season them with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with parsley and basil. Pass more grated cheese at the table.

Tips:

  • Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This will ensure that your risotto has the best possible flavor. If you can, use tomatoes that are in season and grown locally.
  • Don't overcook the rice. Risotto should be cooked until it is al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. If you overcook it, it will become mushy and lose its texture.
  • Stir the risotto constantly. This will help to prevent it from sticking to the pot and will also help to create a creamy texture.
  • Use a good quality broth. The broth you use will make a big difference in the flavor of your risotto. Use a broth that is flavorful and has a rich taste.
  • Add the cheese and butter at the end. This will help to create a creamy and flavorful sauce.
  • Serve the risotto immediately. Risotto is best enjoyed when it is freshly made.

Conclusion:

Fresh Tomato Basil Risotto with Mozzarella is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to showcase fresh summer tomatoes and basil. This risotto is also a great way to use up leftover rice. So next time you have some leftover rice, don't throw it away! Make this Fresh Tomato Basil Risotto with Mozzarella instead.

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