Vegetarian Paella Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 yellow bell pepper
• 4 cloves garlic
• 2 cups short-grain white rice
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon saffron threads
• 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
• 1 cup frozen green peas
• 1 cup artichoke hearts
• 1/2 cup green olives
• Salt and pepper
• Fresh parsley (chopped
• Lemon wedges

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or paella pan over medium heat. Add the onions and bell peppers, sautéing until softened, about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Stir in garlic, rice, smoked paprika, saffron, and turmeric, cooking for another 2 minutes, until fragrant.

3. 3

   Pour in vegetable broth and diced tomatoes, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 25 minutes.

4. 4

   Scatter peas, artichoke hearts, and olives over the rice without stirring. Cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the rice is tender.

5. 5

   Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.