Delicious, dairy-free recipes with RightRice Risotto

Nothing’s better than discovering a new product that instantly becomes a favorite. Our latest obsession? RightRice Risotto! This rich and creamy risotto is made from more than 90% nutritious veggies (lentils, chickpeas, and peas), as well as salt, lemon juice and other simple ingredients. Plus, it’s packed with 10 grams of plant-based protein, 5 grams of fiber and way less net carbs than traditional risotto. It’s also non-GMO, gluten-free, vegan, and kosher. RightRice Risotto comes in four easy to cook, delicious, (& dairy-free!) flavors — Creamy Parmesan Style, Wild Mushroom, Basil Pesto, and Creamy Cracked Pepper — and each is downright delicious on its own or in recipes.

RightRice Basil Pesto Risotto with Crispy Chickpeas + Roasted Tomatoes

Ingredients

1 bag RightRice Basil Pesto Risotto

1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

2 cups grape tomatoes, cut in half

2 Tablespoons, olive oil, divided

Salt and pepper

Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

2. In a small bowl, toss the grape tomatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Transfer the tomatoes to a lined baking sheet and roast for 10 minutes. While the tomatoes are roasting, using the same bowl, mix the chickpeas and the remaining olive oil. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. After 10 minutes, add the chickpeas to the baking sheet with the tomatoes and roast for an additional 10 minutes.

3. While the chickpeas and tomatoes are still roasting, prepare the RightRice Basil Pesto Risotto. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 bag of RightRice Risotto, reduce heat, and cook at a gentle boil uncovered for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 7 minutes.

4. To serve, divide the RightRice Risotto into 2 bowls, and top with roasted chickpeas and tomatoes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.

RightRice Creamy Parmesan Style Risotto with Sautéed Shrimp

Ingredients

1 bag RightRice Creamy Parmesan Style Risotto

½ lb. medium-sized shrimp

2 Tablespoons olive oil

1 cup fresh grape or cherry tomatoes cut into slices

Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Salt and pepper

Preparation

1. Prepare the RightRice Creamy Parmesan Style Risotto. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 bag of RightRice Risotto, reduce heat, and cook at a gentle boil uncovered for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 7 minutes.

2.  While the RightRice Risotto sits, heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Cook on one side for 3 minutes and then turn over and cook for another 3 minutes until the shrimp is pink and no longer translucent.

3. To serve, divide the RightRice Risotto into two bowls and top with the cooked shrimp and fresh sliced tomatoes. Garnish with fresh basil.