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Creamy Squash Risotto With Toasted Pepitas

This vibrant squash risotto is a wonderful example of how plant-based cooking can be both deeply comforting and sophisticated. By using a smooth roasted butternut squash purée instead of butter or cheese, the dish achieves a velvety, luxurious texture that perfectly coats the al dente arborio rice. The addition of white miso and smoked paprika adds a complex, savoury depth that carries through every spoonful, making it a standout main course for a cosy evening.

A nourishing vegan dinner, this recipe is topped with a crunchy garnish of toasted pumpkin seeds and fragrant orange zest. The citrus notes cut through the richness of the root vegetable, while fresh dill or parsley provides a bright, herbal finish. It is an excellent choice for a weekend supper or a seasonal dinner party, providing a healthy yet indulgent meal that everyone will enjoy.

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Ingredients for Creamy Squash Risotto With Toasted Pepitas

  • 2 large butternut squash (about 2.0kg total)

  • 60ml de aceite de oliva virgen extra

  • 1 cucharada de miso blanco

  • 1 cucharadita de pimentón ahumado

  • 1/2 cucharadita de sal kosher

  • 80 ml más 2 cucharadas de aceite de oliva virgen extra

  • 1 cebolla mediana, finamente picada

  • 2 1/2 teaspoons (or more) kosher salt, divided

  • 475ml arborio rice

  • 240ml dry white wine or hard or sweet cider

  • 110g raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)

  • 2 cucharaditas de pimentón ahumado

  • 1/4 cucharadita de hojuelas de pimiento rojo triturado

  • 2 cucharaditas de ralladura de naranja finamente rallada

  • 1/2 cup coarsely chopped dill or parsley (from about 1/2 bunch)

  • Orange wedges (for serving)

Preheat oven to 204°C. Cut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out seeds. Place squash (cut side down) on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until it gives easily when pressed, 30–45 minutes. Set aside until cool enough to handle.

Scoop flesh from squash and transfer to a food processor. Add oil, miso, paprika, and salt and purée, scraping down sides as needed, until very smooth.

Do Ahead: Squash purée can be made 4 days ahead. Transfer to an airtight container and chill.

Bring 1925ml water to a boil in a medium pot.

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large deep-sided skillet or braising dish over medium. Cook onion, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent but not browned, 5–7 minutes. Season with 2 teaspoons salt, add rice, and stir to combine. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until rice is translucent around the edges, about 4 minutes. Add wine and cook, stirring constantly, until evaporated, 1–2 minutes.

Add 120ml (about a ladleful) boiling water to rice mixture and cook, stirring constantly, until water is absorbed, about 1–2 minutes. Continue adding water 120ml at a time and stirring constantly until rice is al dente and all water is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Stir in 475ml squash purée and continue to cook, stirring, until heated through, 3–5 minutes. Taste and add more salt if needed.

Meanwhile, cook pumpkin seeds, paprika, red pepper flakes, and remaining 80ml oil and 1/2 teaspoons salt in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring often, until seeds are puffed and starting to brown and oil is fragrant, 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in orange zest (zest will sizzle).

Transfer risotto to a platter. Pour pepitas and oil over, then top with dill. Serve with orange wedges alongside for squeezing over.

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  • 28 Ene 2026 | Publicado originalmente

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    Editores de recetas del Reino Unido

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