Fideuà Vegetal

Fideuà Vegetal is a delightful twist on the traditional Spanish noodle dish, featuring thin fideuà noodles sautéed with a vibrant mix of seasonal vegetables and infused with saffron and smoked paprika. This hearty, vegetarian meal is perfect for a satisfying lunch, bursting with flavor and color.

Ingredients

• Fideuà noodles - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Zucchini - 1, diced
• Artichoke hearts - 150 grams, quartered
• Green peas - 100 grams, fresh or frozen
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Tomato - 1 medium, grated
• Vegetable broth - 600 ml
• Saffron strands - 1 pinch
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon - 1, for serving
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. In a small bowl, steep the saffron strands in a few tablespoons of warm vegetable broth and set aside.
2. In a large skillet or paella pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the diced red bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet, and cook for another 5 minutes until slightly tender.
4. Stir in the quartered artichoke hearts, green peas, and grated tomato, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
5. Add the fideuà noodles to the skillet, and stir well to coat them with the vegetable mixture.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth along with the saffron-infused broth, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
7. Cook the fideuà for about 10-12 minutes, without stirring, until the noodles have absorbed most of the liquid and are tender.
8. Once cooked, remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 13 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.6 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vegetables, providing essential vitamins and minerals.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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