Arroz a la Valenciana

Arroz a la Valenciana is a vibrant and flavorful vegetarian twist on the traditional Spanish rice dish, featuring a colorful medley of vegetables and aromatic spices. This comforting meal is perfect for a cozy dinner, bringing the essence of Spain to your table.

Ingredients

• Basmati rice - 150 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Green bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Green peas - 100 grams (fresh or frozen)
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Saffron threads - a pinch
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent.
2. Stir in the diced red and green bell peppers, and carrot. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables start to soften.
3. Add the Basmati rice to the skillet, stirring for 2-3 minutes to coat the rice with the oil and vegetables.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth, and add the paprika, saffron, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
6. After 15 minutes, add the green peas and gently fluff the rice with a fork. Cover again and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes.
7. Remove from heat, let it sit covered for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 66 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Provides essential vitamins and minerals from a variety of colorful ingredients.

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