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Effortless Fig Tomato Risotto

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This easy late summer favorite tosses together juicy figs, both dried and roasted tomatoes, and a little parmesan. Toss on some goat cheese if you want, but it’s great either way.

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Rehan Magic House Recipes
Updated on Mon, 26 May 2025 08:43:48 GMT
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My fig and tomato risotto brings a breezy Mediterranean vibe to your kitchen. Sweet figs and juicy tomatoes blend into creamy rice for a dish that feels straight out of a sunny holiday. Perfect for a chill summer night.

Sunny Mallorca Vibes

This dish popped into my head while I was hanging out in Mallorca. The Son Mut Nou fig farm shows off what the island can do, with more than 800 types of figs. Stumbled on this place, and right away, wanted to make something you could taste summer in.

What You’ll Need

  • Bases: 300g risotto rice 4 figs 150g cherry tomatoes 1 onion 2 garlic cloves.
  • For Liquid: 150ml white wine 800ml veggie stock 2 tbsp olive oil.
  • Finishing Touches: 1 tbsp honey 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar fresh herbs.

How To Pull It Off Easily

Jump In
Chop up your onion and garlic, quarter the figs, and cut the tomatoes in half.
Get Cooking
Soften onion, garlic, and rice in a pan, then splash in some wine.
Creamy Goodness
Add broth slowly. Keep stirring till your rice goes nice and creamy.
Fruit Magic
Caramelize figs and tomatoes in honey and balsamic right in the pan.
Dish Up
Put everything on your plates and toss on some herbs.

Dreamy Mediterranean Feel

This risotto is my way of saying how much I dig Mallorca. The mix of figs with tomatoes gives you those laid-back getaway vibes. It’s a little taste of the Med at home.

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Works Every Time

Using hot broth makes your risotto silky smooth. Best results come from ripe figs and tomatoes. If you want to skip the cheese for a vegan twist, just swap in some nutritional yeast instead of parmesan.

Mix It Up

Pears work great if you’re out of figs. Toasted pine nuts or walnuts add a crunchy bite. Try all sorts of fresh herbs to make it your own spin.

For Those Special Nights

This is a show-stopper for cozy date nights or dinner with friends. Grab a glass of chilled white wine and you’re all set for a moment you won’t forget.

Classic Meets New School

Son Mut Nou’s fig farm always has me wanting to try something different. This twist brings together time-honored flavors and some fresh ideas you’ll keep thinking about.

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Love Local

Using what’s in season really makes it pop. Local figs and tomatoes taste like sunshine on a plate. You’ll get flavor and do something nice for your area, too.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What’s the best rice for this?

Go for Arborio or Vialone. Both keep your risotto creamy and still give you a bit of bite.

→ Why roast the tomatoes?

Roasting makes tomatoes extra flavorful. A drizzle of honey brings out their sweetness and works well with figs.

→ Is goat cheese a must?

No need. If you only have parmesan, that’s all you need for great flavor.

→ How ripe should figs be?

Pick ones that are soft but still hold their shape. If they’re too ripe, they’ll mush up as you cook.

→ Can I swap in dried figs?

Fresh figs work best. They really give that juicy sweetness you want here.

Conclusion

This super creamy rice dish matches sweet, ripe figs and the punchy flavor of roasted tomatoes. It’s a chill way to soak up those last summer days on your plate.

Effortless Fig Tomato Risotto

Something special that blends figs with sweet roasted tomatoes and a sprinkle of parmesan. The dried tomatoes add a nice touch.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
30 Minutes
Total Time
45 Minutes
By: Reham

Category: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Italian

Yield: 3 Servings (1 pot)

Dietary: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

Ingredients

01 Goat cheese as much as you want.
02 2 tablespoons of parsley.
03 4 tablespoons grated parmesan.
04 4-6 fresh figs.
05 750 ml vegetable broth.
06 White wine, splash.
07 1 tablespoon butter.
08 250 g risotto rice.
09 4-5 chewy sun-dried tomatoes.
10 1 garlic clove.
11 2 shallots.
12 1 teaspoon thyme.
13 1 teaspoon honey.
14 2 tablespoons olive oil.
15 250 g cherry tomatoes.

Instructions

Step 01

Finish with parsley and pop on some goat cheese if that's your thing. Dish it out.

Step 02

Slice up the figs and mix them in. Toss in parmesan too. Give it five minutes to chill before you eat.

Step 03

Add hot broth a little at a time, always stirring. After 15 minutes, toss in those roasted tomatoes from the oven.

Step 04

Cook shallots, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes for a bit. Add rice and stir until it's shiny, pour in wine to deglaze.

Step 05

Chop garlic and shallots small. Slice up dried tomatoes. Warm up your stock.

Step 06

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half. Mix with oil, honey, and thyme and roast them for 25 minutes at 200°C.

Notes

  1. The rice should have a bit of bite left.
  2. Keep stirring the whole time.
  3. Great late summer meal, especially when figs are good.

Tools You'll Need

  • Oven-safe dish.
  • Big pot with lid.
  • Small pot.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 560
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 85 g
  • Protein: 15 g