15 Delicious Dairy-Free Risotto Recipes

Risotto is creamy but light enough to weigh you down. Perfect for the fall weather! These 15 vegan risotto recipes are light, have summer veggies, and are easy to make! Make sure to download the Food Monster App for more summery, plant-based recipes!

1. Mushroom, Tahini, and Miso Risotto

This Mushroom, Tahini, and Miso Risotto is made extra creamy with the addition of tahini! This mushroom risotto is a great recipe to have in your back pocket if you ever need some serious comfort.

2. Pea and Asparagus Risotto

This Pea and Asparagus Risotto is so vibrant and delicious! This dish combines snow peas, asparagus, and baby peas for a straightforward risotto packed full of flavor. Light but still filling.

3. Mushroom and Asparagus Risotto

This Mushroom and Asparagus Risotto is so fresh and delicious! This recipe doesn’t even have much fat in it, aside from any you use to saute the onions.

4. Instant Pot Wild Mushroom Risotto

This Instant Pot Wild Mushroom Risotto is so easy! For a budget-friendly mushroom, choose any variety of white common mushroom. Cremini and other brown tops may push the flavor a bit too rich for some palates, but if rich and mushroomy is to your fancy, here’s the dish for you!

5. Mushroom Brown Rice Risotto With Moringa

This Mushroom Brown Rice Risotto With Moringa is a must-try! Brown rice is also a healthier alternative to the traditional Arborio rice used in risotto recipes, so dig in!

6. Asparagus Risotto With Lemongrass and Thai Basil 

This Asparagus Risotto With Lemongrass and Thai Basil is so seasonal and fresh! The risotto is simmered with a fragrant homemade broth filled with fresh lemongrass, ginger, crushed garlic, and soy sauce.

7. Butternut Squash and White Bean Risotto

This Butternut Squash and White Bean Risotto is so vibrant and tasty! The nuttiness of the white beans compliments the savory squash beautifully!

8. Freekeh Risotto With Roasted Trumpet Mushrooms 

Looking for something a little meatier? Try this Freekeh Risotto With Roasted Trumpet Mushrooms! Freekeh is an ancient grain that you just have to try if you haven’t already!

9. Zucchini, Pea, and Spinach Pesto Risotto 

This Zucchini, Pea, and Spinach Pesto Risotto is what fresh, summer food is all about! This is a great way to utilize extra zucchinis or whatever you may have in your fridge!

10. Farro Risotto 

This Farro Risotto is packed with protein! Farro is super healthy for you and has a lot of fiber and B vitamins!

11. Raw Kimchi Risotto

This Raw Kimchi Risotto is so unique! It is creamy, tangy, and filled with gut-healthy probiotics! What else could you want?

12. Risotto and Herb Stuffed Peppers and Tomatoes 

Need something a little fancier? Try these Risotto and Herb Stuffed Peppers and Tomatoes! The best part is the entire recipe only needs 9 ingredients!

13. Raw Carbonara Risotto With Green Peas 

Just look at this Raw Carbonara Risotto With Green Peas! Doesn’t it look tasty? Wild rice is dehydrated and then mixed in with carbonara sauce and coconut bacon!

14. Farro Risotto 

This Farro Risotto is super meaty and delicious! Again, farro is very healthy and hearty. This dish is definitely a comfort food!

15. Creamy Grilled Zucchini Tomato Risotto

This Creamy Grilled Zucchini Tomato Risotto is zesty and so healthy! It takes less than 30 minutes to make and your family will be sure to want seconds!

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Lead image source: Zucchini, Pea, and Spinach Pesto Risotto