Easy Paella

Paella is a colourful rice dish from Spain, traditionally linked to Valencia and often enjoyed as a sharing meal

Serves: 4.

Nutrient Approximate amount per serving	Approximate amount per serving.
Energy	510 kcal
Fat	10g
Saturated fat	1g
Carbohydrate	76g
Sugars	13g
Fibre	8g
Protein	34g
Salt	1.8g

Paella

1 onion chopped

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp paella-style seasoning: smoked paprika, thyme and garlic.

300g paella rice or risotto rice

1 tin chopped tomatoes

900ml chicken or vegetable stock

400g frozen seafood mix, defrosted

150g peas 2 peppers

chopped 1 courgette, chopped

To serve

Lemon wedges Fresh parsley, optional

1. Heat the oil in a large pan and cook the onion, peppers and courgette until softened.

2. Add the seasoning and rice, then stir for 1 minute.

3. Add the chopped tomatoes and stock. Simmer until the rice is nearly cooked.

4. Add the peas and seafood mix. Cook until the seafood is fully cooked through.

5. Serve with lemon wedges and parsley if using.