Bollo Preñao Vegetariano

Bollo Preñao Vegetariano is a delicious Spanish dish featuring soft, fluffy bread filled with a savory mix of vegetables and spices. Perfect as a hearty main dish, it brings a taste of Spain to any vegetarian table.

Ingredients

• Strong white flour - 250 grams
• Warm water - 150 ml
• Dry yeast - 7 grams
• Olive oil - 30 ml
• Salt - 5 grams
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Black olives - 50 grams, pitted and chopped
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled (optional)

Steps

1. In a small bowl, mix warm water and dry yeast. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine strong white flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
3. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
4. While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until soft.
5. Add the diced red bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Stir in the smoked paprika, cumin, black olives, and parsley. Remove from heat and let cool.
6. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal pieces. Roll each piece into a circle about 20 cm in diameter.
7. Place half of the vegetable filling in the center of each circle. If using, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top of the filling.
8. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pinching to seal it well. Shape into a ball and place seam-side down on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
9. Cover the bollo preñao with a cloth and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
10. Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F). Bake the bollo for about 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
11. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm!

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 72 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and olives, supporting heart health.

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