Inspired by the flavors of the popular Spanish rice dish paella, this vegetarian stew is unique and hearty enough that even meat-eaters will enjoy it. A swirl of yogurt and crusty bread for dipping add a little something extra. This meal was last featured in 2017.
Green onions
- 2 stalks
, chopped, green and white parts combined
Oil, olive
- 2 Tbsp
Stock, any type
- 3 cups
Wine, white
- 1 cup
(any dry variety; sub stock)
Tomatoes, diced and preferably fire-roasted (14 oz / 397 g)
- 1 can
Bay leaves
- 2
Lemon juice
- 3 tsp
Cooked rice (leftover from Monday)
- 1 1/2 cups
Yogurt, plain or Greek
- 1/2 cup
Baguette, small (opt)
- 1
Prep
Make spice mix - Combine salt, paprika, oregano, saffron, and red pepper flakes. (Can be done up to 5 days ahead)
Garlic / Bell peppers / Onions / Carrots / Squash - Prep as directed. Store garlic in one container. Combine bell peppers, onions, and carrots in another container. Store squash in a third container. (Can be done up to 5 days ahead)
Peas - Defrost if using frozen. Drain and rinse if using canned.
Green onions - Chop.
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Heat a Dutch oven or stockpot over medium heat. Add oil and then bell peppers, onions, and carrots. Saute until tender, 4 to 5 minutes.
Add squash, garlic, and spice mix and saute for 1 minute more.
Pour stock, wine, and tomatoes (including liquid) over vegetables. Add bay leaves and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 5 minutes to let the flavors come together.
Add peas to the soup. Simmer until peas are heated through, ~2 minutes more.
Turn off the heat under the soup. Remove bay leaves and stir in lemon juice. Taste and season with some salt and pepper and some more lemon juice if you’d like.
Divide rice between bowls. Ladle soup over top. Serve with green onions, yogurt, and bread on the side.