Vegan Paella Recipe
Introduction
Paella is a Spanish dish that typically includes rice, saffron, and meat or seafood. But, as more people are adopting vegan diets, there is a growing demand for plant-based versions of this classic dish. This vegan paella recipe is a delicious and healthy alternative that is sure to satisfy your taste buds.Ingredients
To make this vegan paella recipe, you will need the following ingredients:- 1 cup of Arborio rice
- 3 cups of vegetable broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup of frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of saffron threads
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
Instructions
1. In a large paella pan or skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they become translucent. 2. Add the red and yellow bell peppers, zucchini, and frozen peas to the pan. Sauté for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften. 3. Add the Arborio rice to the pan and stir to coat it with the vegetables and oil. 4. Add the smoked paprika and saffron threads to the pan and stir to combine. 5. Pour the vegetable broth into the pan and stir to combine all the ingredients. Reduce the heat to medium and let the mixture simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed. 6. Season the paella with salt and pepper to taste. 7. Serve the paella hot with lemon wedges on the side.Nutrition
This vegan paella recipe serves 4 people and contains the following nutrients per serving:- Calories: 343
- Protein: 7g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 910mg