Can I substitute saffron with something else?

You can use turmeric for color, but the flavor will differ.

Is saffron risotto vegan?

Yes, this recipe is completely plant-based!

A crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc complements it nicely.

Grains

Creamy saffron risotto with seasonal vegetables, a comforting classic dish.

Per 100 g

132 kcal

1 serving

132 kcal

(100 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
3 g / 100g	25 g / 100g	3 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 9% · Carbs 72% · Fat 19%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 serving (100 g, 132 kcal) is 7% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 serving takes about 32 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Saffron Risotto with Vegetables is number 3 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 137 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Nutty Barley Salad	120	4 g
Turmeric Rice Salad	130	3 g
Saffron Risotto with Vegetables	132	3 g
Wild Rice Pilaf with Cranberries	140	4 g
Apple Cinnamon Quinoa	143	4.1 g
Bulgur and Roasted Veggie Bowl	150	5 g

Nutrition data updated June 13, 2026.

Serving	Grams	Calories
1 serving	100 g	132 kcal
½ serving	50 g	66 kcal

6/10

A tasty grain option that fits into a balanced weight loss meal plan.

Can I substitute saffron with something else?: You can use turmeric for color, but the flavor will differ.
Is saffron risotto vegan?: Yes, this recipe is completely plant-based!
What wine pairs well with saffron risotto?: A crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc complements it nicely.

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