Instant Pot Creamy Tomato Basil Risotto

Why this?
This Instant Pot Creamy Tomato Basil Risotto is a comforting, easy-to-make vegetarian dinner that blends the rich flavors of ripe tomatoes and fresh basil with creamy Parmesan and Arborio rice. Using the Instant Pot significantly reduces cooking time, delivering a perfectly creamy risotto without constant stirring, making it ideal for busy weeknights.

Ingredients:

Preparation Steps:

• Set the Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode and heat olive oil.
• Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.
• Add minced garlic and sauté for another 1 minute until fragrant.
• Add Arborio rice and stir to coat the grains with oil, cooking for 2 minutes.
• Pour in diced tomatoes with juice and vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
• Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to sealing position.
• Cook on 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' high pressure for 7 minutes.
• Carefully perform a quick pressure release once cooking is complete.
• Open the lid and stir in Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and chopped basil.
• Season with salt and black pepper to taste, stirring well to combine.
• Serve immediately, garnished with additional basil if desired.

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Diet Types: Vegetarian

Serving Size: 1 cup

Servings: 4

Nutritional Facts Per Serving: