Rich Flavor, Low Carb: Meet It’s Skinny Truffle Parmesan Risotto

Boxed pasta has a reputation for low-brow comfort. Not that there’s anything wrong with low-brow comfort, of course. It’s just that most boxed, ready-to-eat pasta dinners don’t have that “fancy restaurant” feel.

But hold on—wait until you meet It’s Skinny Truffle Parm Risotto. Believe it or not, this dish is gourmet, delicious, low-carb, and gluten-free! It’s perfectly at home on a special date night or a rainy Tuesday lunch when you're craving something sophisticated. 

All About Truffle Parmesan Risotto

Risotto is one of those favorite Italian comfort foods. It’s creamy, rich, and yet understated. Traditional risotto is notoriously challenging to cook—requiring constant stirring and slow cooking. 

Traditional risotto comes from Italy, where the rice thrives in the Northern region's wet, fertile plains. Traditional risotto is made from starchy, short-grained rice like Arborio or Carnaroli, with a careful addition of butter and broth until it becomes a thick, velvety dish. Often, aromatics like onions are added, along with white wine and cheese. 

One of the things that pairs very well with risotto? Mushrooms. When it comes to fungi, the most luxurious kind is a truffle (technically a spore, not a mushroom, but in the same family). 

For those wondering what truffles are exactly, they're an underground fungi that grow near tree roots (usually hazelnut, beech, and oak). They’re rare and have a distinctly earthy aroma and flavor. 

Since Roman times, truffles have been considered special (they were believed to be caused by lightning strikes from the Roman gods). Pigs were often used to find truffles because they're particularly good at picking up the scent. Because they’re so rare and indulgent, black truffles can fetch hundreds—even thousands—of dollars per pound. 

When truffles meet risotto, it’s a perfect match. The creamy richness of risotto enhances the depth of the truffles. The salty bite of Parmesan adds to the indulgence and comfort of a meal that feels like a treat.

Thankfully, with It’s Skinny, you don’t need a Michelin star—or a truffle pig—to enjoy it.

Making a Gourmet Favorite Low-Carb

It’s Skinny is a unique shirataki product. It's not traditional pasta, and it's not rice, but the texture is spot-on. Shirataki noodles come from another underground treasure known as konjac.

The konjac root is a bumpy, round, fibrous vegetable (similar to a radish or turnip) that happens to make a fantastic base for low-carb pasta alternatives. It’s high in a type of fiber called glucomannan. This fiber fills you up and helps your blood sugar levels stay steady (so there’s no carb crash). 

It’s Skinny products are very low-carb (the noodles have zero net carbs per pack). Our ready-to-eat boxed meals are made with these same ultra-low-carb noodles, and even with the sauce, our Truffle Parm Risotto clocks in at about 3 net carbs per serving.

We know traditional risotto is all about that creamy texture, so our boxed version calls for a bit of cream and butter to get that signature risotto consistency. All of our ready-to-eat pastas are keto-friendly, gluten-free, and ready in no time flat. 

At first bite, you'll realize this isn't your "average risotto." We've worked hard to ensure that this dish has everything you love about traditional risotto without the extra hour of stirring in the kitchen and careful measurement to get it right. 

This dish goes from box to plate in just a few minutes. It’s so easy to cook that anyone can make perfect keto risotto any time. 

It’s Skinny products are a game changer, whether you’re on keto or another low-carb diet. You can have all your favorite pasta dishes, from Fettucine alla Bolognese to Pad Thai, without that carb-laden feeling of sluggish lag afterwards. If you're looking for a secret to staying on track, It's Skinny will help!

With It’s Skinny, we make it easy to enjoy delicious, gluten-free delicacies you thought were off the menu—like a restaurant-quality Truffle Parmesan Risotto. 

Flavor Profile: Truffle, Parmesan, Creaminess Without the Carbs

All of our ready-to eat products are delicious. Skinny Mac is the OG—cheesy, simple, comforting, and nostalgic. Cacio e Pepe is a Roman classic with a spicy kick. Truffle Parm Risotto is the most elegant and upscale dish in our lineup.

One bite in, you’ll get deep umami flavor from Parmesan cheese, and the unmistakable earthiness of truffles. This dish is creamy, decadent, and savory. Yet, you’ll walk away from the table feeling satisfied, not stuffed, with no heaviness or carb-overload that you get from traditional risotto. 

Truffle isn’t just a flavor—it’s a vibe and this dish nails it. Truffle notes in our Truffle Parm Risotto are bold, but balanced (never overpowering). The flavor pairs with the salty sharpness of Parmesan to bring out the best of both ingredients. 

Truffle Parm Risotto feels like a special meal, even if you’re eating it in your pajamas on the couch, or at your desk during a lunch break. This is comfort food with a luxurious edge. 

Making Truffle Parm Risotto Your Own

Truffle Parm Risotto is a beautiful, complete standalone meal straight out of the box. But it’s also one of those dishes that loves additions.

Try serving up your Truffle Parm Risotto with some sauteed mushrooms, roasted cauliflower, or air-fried Brussels sprouts for an earthy, plant-forward dinner. 

Want some hearty protein? Grilled chicken, baked tofu, or a soft-boiled egg are right at home in this dish. 

Truffle Parm Risotto also makes a wonderful side dish for a special dinner. It goes beautifully with a glass of wine and a crisp salad. This dish feels right at home on any table—even as part of a low-carb holiday meal.

Truffles give this risotto enough sophistication to stand alone, but the parm and shirataki risotto let it play with bold or bright flavors easily. Because It’s Skinny risotto is made with konjac, you don’t have to spend forever in the kitchen stirring, or battle a starchy carb crash after you indulge. 

Get Ready for a Bougie Boxed Meal

We all like to treat ourselves to something that feels special. It’s especially important when you’re dieting or reducing your carbs. Sometimes serving up a dish garnished with fresh herbs, or plated on your fancy dishes can make the experience fun and indulgent.

This Truffle Parm Risotto is the perfect way to treat yourself with an affordable, simple, fast ready-to-eat meal that feels like a big upgrade from the norm. If you’re tired of the standard grilled chicken salad or light soup, make something that will fill you up and keep you satisfied.

It’s Skinny noodles and ready-to-eat meals are a great way to build out your low-carb pantry arsenal. That way, when a craving hits or you’re looking for a comfort dish, you can reach for something you feel good about eating. 

Try Truffle Parm Risotto today, along with our other boxed favorites (Skinny Mac and Cacio e Pepe). You won’t believe how quickly you go from “boring pantry dinner” to a sophisticated meal that takes you into fine dining territory.