Vegetable Paella

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup green beans, chopped
• 1 cup peas
• 1.5 cups short-grain rice
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp saffron threads (soaked in 2 tbsp warm water)
• to taste salt and pepper
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges (for serving)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat olive oil in a large skillet or paella pan over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.

3. 3

   Add bell peppers and green beans, and cook for another 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Stir in the rice, vegetable broth, smoked paprika, and saffron (with soaking water).

5. 5

   Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.

6. 6

   Add peas and cook for another 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Season with salt and pepper to taste.

8. 8

   Serve with lemon wedges on the side.