Fideuà Valenciana

Fideuà Valenciana is a traditional Spanish dish similar to paella, but made with thin noodles instead of rice. This healthy version features fresh seafood and colorful vegetables, making it a delightful and nutritious lunch option.

Ingredients

• Fideo noodles - 150 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Green beans - 100 grams, chopped
• Tomato - 1 medium, grated
• Fish stock - 500 milliliters
• Shrimp - 150 grams, peeled and deveined
• Mussels - 100 grams, cleaned
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Saffron - a pinch
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large, non-stick pan over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in the diced red bell pepper and chopped green beans, cooking for 5 minutes until softened.
4. Add the grated tomato, paprika, saffron, salt, and black pepper, stirring for another 2 minutes.
5. Pour in the fish stock and bring to a simmer.
6. Add the fideo noodles and cook for about 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the noodles start to absorb the liquid.
7. Add the shrimp and mussels, cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes until the shrimp are pink and the mussels are open.
8. Remove from heat and let sit for 2 minutes before garnishing with fresh parsley and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from seafood, promoting muscle health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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