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Vegan Corn and Tomato Risotto

This Vegan Corn and Tomato Risotto is rich and creamy. Don't let the name fool you, it's actually pretty easy to make and doesn't require a lot of time or ingredients. The creamy rice dish helps highlight your favorite vegetables.
Prep Time15 minutes
Active Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Meal
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Corn, Parmesan, Rice, Tomato

Materials

no "chicken" broth

  • 4 cups water
  • 2 tsp no "chicken" bouillon
  • 1 tsp mushroom seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp oil

Risotto

  • oil for sauteeing
  • 1/2 onion, finely minced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup alborio rice
  • 2 tbsp non-dairy milk
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • 4 tbsp vegan butter
  • 1/4 cup Vegan parmesan I use the Follow the Heart brand
  • 1/4 cup corn kernels
  • 1/4 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  • Make the broth by adding all the ingredients to a pot and mix on medium heat until combined. Keep warm.
  • In a pan, heat the oil and add the onion and garlic. Stir and cook until the onions are translucent. Add the rice and mix it in. Lightly fry the rice for a minute while stirring around.
  • Ladle the broth in and stir to coat. Continue to stir until all the broth evaporates, then ladle in more of he broth.
  • Repeat until the rice is almost cooked.
  • Lower the heat and add the milk and white wine and stir it in. After that, stir in 4 tbsp of vegan butter, one tbsp at a time.
  • Add handfuls of vegan parmesan, until the risotto thickens and becomes creamier.
  • Add the tomatoes and corn and stir in to coat. Serve hot with more vegan parmesan on top and fresh leaves of parsley.