Vegetable Paella Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful vegetarian twist on the classic Spanish paella! This recipe is perfect for meat-free Mondays or anyone looking for a delicious and satisfying plant-based meal. Bursting with colorful vegetables and infused with aromatic saffron, this paella is both easy to make and incredibly impressive.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 406.4 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 4.9 (7 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Vegetable Paella

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How to Make Vegetable Paella

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large paella pan or wide, shallow skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the bell peppers, zucchini, and smoked paprika. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  4. Add the crushed tomatoes, rice, vegetable broth, and saffron threads. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until most of the liquid is absorbed.
  6. Stir in the peas, green beans, and artichoke hearts. Cover and cook for another 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the rice is cooked through.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Let the paella rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

5g

Carbs

24g