Delicious Chickpea and Vegetable Paella Recipe - Perfect for Vegetarians

Looking for a delicious and healthy vegetarian dish? Try this amazing Chickpea and Vegetable Paella recipe that's packed with flavor and nutrients. This dish is perfect for a family dinner, a party, or even meal prep for the week.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of Arborio rice
• 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups of vegetable broth
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon of turmeric
• 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon of saffron threads
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Start by heating the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
3. Next, add the diced bell peppers and zucchini to the skillet and sauté for another 5 minutes until tender.
4. Add the smoked paprika, turmeric, and oregano to the skillet and stir to combine.
5. Stir in the Arborio rice and saffron threads, and mix well with the vegetables.
6. Slowly pour in the vegetable broth and stir well, making sure the rice is fully submerged.
7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid.
8. Simmer the paella for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
9. Stir in the chickpeas and season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Remove the skillet from heat and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.

Serve the Chickpea and Vegetable Paella hot, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro. This dish is perfect on its own, but you can also serve it with some crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal. Enjoy!