Healthy Spring Risotto - Bites for Foodies

Ingredients

• 2 garlic cloves, halved or finely minced
• 1 medium zucchini, finely sliced
• 1 bunch asparagus (about 2 cups) boiled and chopped into 1-2 inch pieces
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 1 tbs. capers, finely minced
• 1/2 cup rice cooking water
• 1 tsp. tomato paste (optional)
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbs. butter for garnish (optional)
• sea salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 tsp. herbs de Provence or dried herb of choice (thyme, rosemary, oregano)
• Parmesan cheese, quantity as desired
• 2 cups arborio rice