Pea and Mint Risotto
Pea and Mint Risotto is a creamy vegetarian main course made with risotto rice, sweet frozen peas and fresh mint. The Thermomix TM7 chops the shallots and garlic in seconds, then stirs and heats the rice hands-free until every grain is velvety. Pea shoots add a fresh finish, making it an ideal quick spring dinner with minimal washing up.
About this recipe
Pea and Mint Risotto Thermomix TM7 is a bright, creamy risotto recipe that turns a handful of humble ingredients into an elegant vegetarian main course in well under half an hour of active attention. Frozen peas deliver their sweet, garden-fresh flavour, while fresh mint leaves and delicate pea shoots lift the whole bowl with a cool herbal note that classic risottos rarely have. The all-in-one kitchen machine really earns its place here: the built-in scale weighs the risotto rice straight into the bowl, the blades chop the shallots and garlic clove finer than any knife, and the gentle heating function stirs automatically so the rice releases its starch slowly into a velvety sauce without once sticking to the base. This makes it a perfect quick weeknight dinner when you want something green, comforting and impressive with hardly any washing up. Whether you are cooking for guests on a spring evening or simply using up a bag of peas from the freezer, this Thermomix TM7 pea risotto delivers restaurant-quality creaminess at the touch of a button.
Preparation tips
- Add the frozen peas only in the final minutes of cooking so they keep their bright green colour and sweet bite; stirring them in too early dulls both the look and the fresh taste of the risotto.
- Tear the pea shoots and most of the mint leaves in by hand just before serving, reserving a few small leaves for garnish so the herbs stay aromatic rather than cooked into the rice.
- For a richer finish, beat in a knob of cold butter and grated Parmesan after cooking — the cold butter emulsifies with the rice starch into a glossy, silky sauce that children especially love.
- If you prefer an alcohol-free version or simply have no wine to hand, replace it with a squeeze of lemon juice and a splash of extra stock for the same fresh acidity.
Recipe variations
- Vegan pea and mint risotto: skip the butter and cheese and stir through a spoonful of cashew cream or oat cream instead; the peas and mint keep the flavour fully rounded and the risotto stays beautifully creamy.
- Spring asparagus and pea risotto: add chopped asparagus tips with the frozen peas and finish with lemon zest alongside the mint for a seasonal Easter variation that turns this into a proper festive centrepiece.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- The Thermomix chops the shallots and garlic clove into a fine, even base in seconds, saving ten minutes of manual knife work. [Time Savings]
- Weighing the risotto rice directly in the mixing bowl ensures exact proportions for a consistently creamy result every time. [Precision Control]
- The TM7 heats the rice with automatic stirring, so the stock absorbs slowly without anything sticking or burning. [Hands-Free]
- Grinding a pinch of sugar over the peas intensifies their sweetness before they are folded through the finished rice. [Multi-Function]
- Steaming the pea shoots briefly in the Varoma keeps the delicate greens crisp and vividly coloured for garnish. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- garlic clove
- shallots
- olive oil
- frozen green peas
- water
- fresh mint leaves
- Parmesan cheese
- shallots
- olive oil
- dry white wine