Easy Oven-Baked Pesto Risotto with Roasted Tomatoes
This easy-to-follow recipe features creamy risotto drizzled with store-bought pesto and adorned with sweet and juicy roasted tomatoes. Create the perfect risotto with a fraction of the effort, while keeping it vegan, gluten-free, and healthy.
In a large pan or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over low-medium heat.
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Add the diced onion and cook for 5 minutes, stirring regularly, until softened.
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Add the minced garlic and continue to cook for another 5 minutes.
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Increase the heat and add the arborio risotto rice, stirring to combine.
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Pour in the vegetable stock and season with salt and pepper. Stir and cook for 2 more minutes or until the stock comes to a boil.
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Cover the pan with a tightly fitting lid and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the rice is tender but still has a slight bite.
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While the risotto is baking, place the cherry vine tomatoes on a baking sheet and drizzle with a bit of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
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Roast the tomatoes in the oven for 10 minutes or until soft and slightly charred.
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When the risotto is ready, remove it from the oven and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if necessary.
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To serve, gently stir in the store-bought pesto before dividing the risotto among serving bowls.
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Top each bowl with roasted tomatoes and a sprinkle of vegan parmesan cheese. Drizzle with additional olive oil and a sprinkle of black pepper, if desired.