Authentic Valencian Vegetable Paella with Bomba Rice
A pure, meat-free paella made with fragrant Bomba rice and seasonal vegetables, honoring Spain's traditional Valencian roots. This spanish-inspired vegetarian ready in about 50 minutes pairs Bomba rice, medium bell pepper, green beans for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 150g Bomba rice
- 1 medium bell pepper
- 100g green beans
- 100g artichoke
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.25 tsp saffron threads
- 1 tsp paprika
- 500ml chicken stock
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Finely chop bell pepper, green beans, and artichoke; mince garlic. Heat olive oil in a paella pan over medium-high heat, then sauté vegetables for 5 minutes until slightly tender.
- Step 2: Stir in paprika and saffron threads, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant. Add Bomba rice and stir to coat evenly with oil for 2 minutes.
- Step 3: Pour in chicken stock and bring to a simmer; do not stir. Cook uncovered for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, checking occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Step 4: Rest paella for 5 minutes, then garnish with lemon wedges and chopped parsley before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Authentic Valencian Vegetable Paella with Bomba Rice take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (25 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Authentic Valencian Vegetable Paella with Bomba Rice?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bomba rice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Authentic Valencian Vegetable Paella with Bomba Rice?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Authentic Valencian Vegetable Paella with Bomba Rice for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Authentic Valencian Vegetable Paella with Bomba Rice?
Spanish vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
