Arroz con Verduras

Arroz con Verduras is a vibrant Spanish rice dish filled with fresh vegetables, making it a delightful and wholesome option for a vegetarian lunch. Its colorful presentation and rich flavors are sure to please both the eyes and the palate.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Frozen peas - 100 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Arborio rice - 150 grams
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and diced onion, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Stir in the diced red bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini, cooking for another 5-6 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
4. Add the frozen peas, Arborio rice, paprika, salt, and pepper, stirring well to combine all the ingredients.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid.
7. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 62 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the variety of vegetables.
• High in fiber, which supports digestive health.

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