Instant Pot Scallop Risotto

Risotto topped with scallop cubes alongside with basil, lemon slice and spices

This is an elegant dinner which is perfect for special occasions, such as Valentine’s Day or any other romantic date.

Risotto topped with scallop cubes alongside with basil, lemon slice and spices

The best Instant Pot recipe when you wanna prepare an impressive dinner, but not in the mood of spending hours in the kitchen.

This creamy risotto can also be adapted to other recipes, such as vegetarian dishes or even some extravagant pairings.

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Risotto topped with scallop cubes alongside with basil, lemon slice and spices

Instant Pot Scallop Risotto

One of the new favorite fancy weeknight meals for the whole family…
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Arborio rice, Risotto with Pan Seared Scallops, scallops
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 13 minutes
Servings: 6
Author: Corrie

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ onion chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 cup arborio rice
  • ¼ cup white wine
  • 1 ½ cup vegetable broth
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoon melted butter
  • 6 seared scallops

Instructions

  • Press "saute" and add olive oil.
  • Add onion and garlic and saute for 2 minutes.
  • Add rice and stir well.
  • Pour white wine and saute for a few minutes (until it has been completely absorbed).
  • Add broth, salt and pepper and close the lid.
  • Cook on high pressure for 6 minutes.
  • When cooking time is complete, do a quick pressure release.
  • Add butter and stir well until melted.
  • Add seared scallops on top and serve 🙂

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcal Carbohydrates: 28g Protein: 2g Fat: 9g Saturated Fat: 3g Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Monounsaturated Fat: 4g Trans Fat: 1g Cholesterol: 10mg Sodium: 270mg Potassium: 49mg Fiber: 1g Sugar: 1g Vitamin A: 242IU Vitamin C: 1mg Calcium: 6mg Iron: 1mg
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