Best 4 Spring Vegetable Paella Recipes

Spring is the season of renewal and rebirth, and what better way to celebrate than with a delicious and vibrant spring vegetable paella? This classic Spanish dish is a perfect way to showcase the fresh flavors of the season, and it's easy to make at home. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a paella that will impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SPRING VEGETABLE PAELLA

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Categories Rice Vegetable Roast Sauté Vegetarian Kentucky Derby Spring Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

2 large fresh fennel bulbs (about 1 1/2 pounds total), trimmed, each cut into 8 wedges; 2 tablespoons chopped fronds reserved
12 ounces baby carrots (from about 4 bunches), trimmed, peeled
8 ounces turnips, peeled, cut into 3/4-inch pieces (about 1 1/2 cups)
8 ounces 1 1/2-inch red-skinned new potatoes, halved
1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon saffron threads, crushed
1 teaspoon salt
1 onion, chopped
4 plum tomatoes, chopped, seeds and juices reserved
2 1/4 cups arborio rice or medium-grain rice
1 14-ounce can vegetable broth
2 cups water
3/4 cup dry white wine
1 pound asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup drained canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 450°F. Toss fennel bulbs, carrots, turnips, potatoes, and 1/4 cup oil in large bowl. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Transfer to large rimmed baking sheet. Roast until tender and brown around edges, about 1 hour.
Finely mince 1/4 cup parsley and garlic together. Transfer to small bowl. Stir in paprika, saffron and 1 teaspoon salt.
Heat 3 tablespoons oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and saut�� until soft, about 8 minutes. Add tomatoes; sauté 2 minutes. Add rice and parsley mixture; stir 2 minutes. Stir in broth, water, and wine; bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 15 minutes. Stir in asparagus, garbanzo beans, and roasted vegetables. Increase heat to medium-low; cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed, stirring often, about 20 minutes. Season paella with salt and pepper. Transfer to large platter. Sprinkle with fennel fronds and remaining parsley.

SPRING VEGETABLE PAELLA

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

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 pound asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 cups broccoli flowerets
2 teaspoons olive or vegetable oil
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
2 small zucchini, chopped (1 1/4 cups)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
4 cups cooked brown or regular long-grain rice
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon saffron threads or 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped (2 cups)
2 cans (15 oz each) Progresso™ chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained, rinsed
1 package (10 ounces) frozen green peas, thawed

Steps:

Cook asparagus and broccoli in enough boiling water to cover in 2-quart saucepan about 4 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain.
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.
Stir in remaining ingredients. Cook about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435, Carbohydrate 90 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 20 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 590 mg

SPRING VEGETABLE PAELLA

Spring Vegetable Paella image

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

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 pound asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 cups broccoli flowerets
2 teaspoons olive or vegetable oil
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
2 small zucchini, chopped (1 1/4 cups)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
4 cups cooked brown or regular long-grain rice
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon saffron threads or 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped (2 cups)
2 cans (15 oz each) Progresso™ chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained, rinsed
1 package (10 ounces) frozen green peas, thawed

Steps:

Cook asparagus and broccoli in enough boiling water to cover in 2-quart saucepan about 4 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain.
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.
Stir in remaining ingredients. Cook about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435, Carbohydrate 90 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 20 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 590 mg

SPRING VEGETABLE PAELLA

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Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 pound asparagus spears, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 cups broccoli flowerets
2 teaspoons olive or vegetable oil
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 1/4 cups sliced zucchini (about 1 medium)
1/2 cup chopped onion (about 1 medium)
4 cups cooked brown or regular long-gran rice
2 cups coarsely chopped seeded tomatoes (about 2 large)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon saffron threads or 1/4 tsp ground turmeric
2 (15-ounce) cans each garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 (10-ounce) package frozen green peas, thawed

Steps:

Cook asparagus and broccoli in enough boiling water to cover in 2-quart saucepan about 4 minutes or until crisp-tender drain. Heat oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook asparagus, broccoli, bell pepper, zucchini and onion in oil about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is crisp-tender. Stir in remaining ingredients. Cook about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until hot.1 Serving: Calories 280 (Calories from Fat 35) Fat 4g (Saturated 1g) Cholesterol 0mg Sodium 640mg Carbohydrate 58g (Dietary Fiber 10g) Protein 13g.From "Betty Crocker's Best of Healthy & Hearty Cooking." Text Copyright 1998 General Mills, Inc. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips:

Use fresh, seasonal vegetables. This will give your paella the best flavor and texture.
Don't overcrowd the pan. If you add too many vegetables, they won't cook evenly and the paella will be soggy.
Cook the rice in the broth. This will give it a delicious flavor and prevent it from sticking to the pan.
Let the paella rest before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the rice to absorb the remaining broth.
Garnish the paella with fresh herbs, lemon wedges, and aioli. This will add a pop of color and flavor to the dish.

Conclusion:

Spring vegetable paella is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a spring or summer meal. With its vibrant colors and fresh flavors, this paella is sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a new dish to try, give spring vegetable paella a try. You won't be disappointed!

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