Risotto Rice Nutrition Benefits and Facts

Nutritional summary

Risotto rice is typically a refined white grain, which means the milling process has removed the outer layers containing the majority of the fibre, protein, iron, and B vitamins .
Because it is a starchy grain, risotto rice is frequently used as a versatile vehicle for nutrient-dense additions like vegetables, seafood, and legumes in Mediterranean and Asian dietary patterns .
While the rice itself is a plant-based carbohydrate, prepared risotto dishes often contribute significant animal-sourced nutrients, such as vitamin B12 and protein, through the traditional inclusion of cheese, butter, meat, or seafood .

Interesting fact

Risotto is believed to have originated in Lombardy, Italy, with the first identifiable recipe dating back to 1809, which included rice sautéed in butter, sausages, bone marrow, onions, and saffron-infused broth.

Standout nutrients

ACE

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Manganese

GREAT

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Copper

GREAT

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Magnesium

EPIC

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Starch/Glycogen

354

kcal per 100g

Protein6.40g

Fat1.00g

Carbs85.0g

Fiber0.90g

Sugar0.20g

Fat breakdown

Polyunsat0.37g

Monounsat0.24g

Saturated0.21g

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Diet

Gluten FreeVeganVegetarian

Sustainability

Lighter footprint

Some producers are implementing sustainable agriculture practices, including reduced water usage and recyclable packaging.

Storage

Cool Dark Place

1–2 years

Store uncooked rice in an airtight container.

Refrigerate

3–5 days

Cooked risotto should be chilled quickly in an airtight container.

Flavour

Data & Sources

Harmonized from 1 validated source

McCance & Widdowson

1 contributing source food

Claim citations

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[3]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Nutrient-adequate diets with the lowest greenhouse gas emissions or price are the least acceptable—insights from dietary optimisation modelling using the iOTA model® - PMC

[5]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Underrated aspects of a true Mediterranean diet: understanding traditional features for worldwide application of a “Planeterranean” diet - PMC

[6]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Consumption of spices and ethnic contamination in the daily diet of Italians - consumers’ preferences and modification of eating habits - PMC

[7]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Impact of food-based fortification on nutritional outcomes and acceptability in older adults: systematic literature review - PMC

[8]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

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