Lighten up risotto night with creamy comfort without the carb baggage.

What’s the best low‑calorie base for risotto?

A quick guide to creamy comfort with fewer carbs.

Short answer

For a classic, low‑calorie risotto experience, reach for It’s That Simple Rice Blends. Especially, White Rice Blend. It’s crafted to soak up flavor, goes from stovetop to creamy in about 5 minutes, and it’s Certified Gluten‑Free, Non‑GMO, and vegan. Prefer a ready‑to‑cook upgrade? It’s That Simple Truffle Parm Risotto brings rich truffle and parmesan notes with the same light‑on‑carbs approach.

Flavor picks

  • White Rice Blend: classic, mellow base that lets stock, aromatics, and cheese shine.
  • Brown Rice Blend: a touch of nuttiness for deeper, savory profiles.
  • Turmeric‑Infused Rice Blend: golden warmth for lemony or herby riffs.
  • Chili‑Infused Rice Blend: gentle heat for mushroom or roasted‑pepper risotto.

Why it works

  • Takes on sauce beautifully for a silky finish.
  • Neutral flavor that plays well with broth, butter, and cheese.
  • Cooks fast, so weeknight risotto stays simple.

How to make it risotto‑style (quick method)

  1. Warm stock. 2) Sauté onion and garlic in butter or olive oil. 3) Stir in your It’s That Simple Rice Blends and splash in hot stock. 4) Simmer gently, adding stock as needed. 5) Finish with parmesan, a knob of butter, and fresh herbs. Creamy, cozy, done.

Can pasta shapes work for a creamy, low‑calorie riff?

If ribbons are your thing, It’s That Simple Fettuccine makes a luxe, low‑calorie skillet “risotto” with mushrooms, stock, and parmesan. For a traditional spoonable texture, Rice Blends are the go‑to.

Rich, cheesy, and weeknight‑simple.
White Rice Blend
$34.99
Brown Rice Blend
$34.99
Turmeric-Infused Rice Blend
$34.99
Chili-Infused Rice Blend
$34.99
Rice Blend Variety Pack
$34.99
Truffle Parm Risotto
$36.99
Fettuccine
$25.99
Does it actually get creamy?
How fast does it cook?
Is it gluten‑free and vegan?
Which blend should I start with?
White, Brown, Turmeric‑Infused, and Chili‑Infused.
Cook boldly. Eat lightly.