Spring Vegetable Paella Recipe

No special pans required! Experience authentic-tasting paella with fresh vegetables, rice and saffron seasonings. It's quick and easy!
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Summary

Preparation Time15 MinCooking Time30 Min
Ready In45 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexAverageServings6
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Ingredients

 Asparagus1 Pound, cut into 2 inch pieces
 Broccoli flowerets3 Cup (48 tbs)
 Olive oil/Vegetable oil2 Teaspoon
 Red bell pepper1 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Zucchini1 1⁄4 Cup (20 tbs), chopped
 Onion1 Medium, chopped (1/2 Cup)
 Cooked brown rice/Regular long grain rice4 Cup (64 tbs)
 Salt3⁄4 Teaspoon
 Saffron threads/1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Tomatoes2 Cup (32 tbs), chopped (Seeded)
 Chick peas30 Ounce, progresso (Garbanzo Beans Drained, Rinsed)
 Frozen green peas10 Ounce (Thawed)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 778 Calories from Fat 101

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 12 g18.5%

Saturated Fat 1.5 g7.4%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 299.8 mg12.5%

Total Carbohydrates 137 g45.5%

Dietary Fiber 33.2 g132.7%

Sugars 23.9 g

Protein 37 g74.4%

Vitamin A 69.1% Vitamin C 181.5%

Calcium 22.9% Iron 70.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

1. Cook asparagus and broccoli in enough boiling water to cover in 2-quart saucepan about 4 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain.
2. Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook asparagus, broccoli, bell pepper, zucchini and onion in oil about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is crisp-tender.
3. Stir in remaining ingredients. Cook about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until hot.
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