Quick Paella

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
30%
Quick Paella
45 min.
6
236kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary journey with our Quick Paella, a dish that beautifully encapsulates the flavors of the sea while remaining easy to prepare. This vibrant, gluten-free, and dairy-free recipe combines the freshness of mussels and the rich taste of lobster-flavored seafood to create a meal that tantalizes your taste buds without the gluten or dairy weighing you down. Whether you’re hosting a lunch gathering or looking for a comforting family dinner, this one-pot wonder is perfect for every occasion.

Designed with health-conscious eaters in mind, our Quick Paella is also low FODMAP, making it a suitable choice for those with dietary restrictions. Ready in just 45 minutes, this colorful dish features tender rice infused with curry powder, complemented by the sweet pop of peas and the piquant taste of pimientos. It’s not just a meal; it’s a feast for the senses that brings the vibrant spirit of Spanish cuisine right to your table.

The star of this dish is undoubtedly the mussels, which add a beautiful coastal flair and an abundance of nutrients. And the best part? You’ll have a complete meal ready to enjoy in under an hour, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this Easy Paella that’s both satisfying and nourishing!

Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups chicken broth low-sodium canned
  • tablespoon curry powder 
  • 12  mussels fresh
  • cup peas frozen english
  • 7.5 ounce pimientos diced drained
  • cup converted rice uncooked
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 16 ounce seafood product chunk-style lobster-flavored

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Remove beards on mussels, and scrub shells with a brush. Discard opened, cracked, or heavy mussels (they're filled with sand). Set aside.
  2. Pour broth into a large saucepan, and bring to a boil; add rice, curry powder, and salt. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes.
  3. Add mussels, peas, seafood, and pimiento; cook 5 additional minutes or until mussels open and rice is tender. Discard unopened mussels.
  4. Serve immediately.
  5. Tip: Use converted (parboiled) rice in this recipe so your rice won't be gummy.

Nutrition Facts

Calories236kcal
Protein32.93%
Fat8.95%
Carbs58.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.25
Glycemic Load
16.71
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
14.403912875963%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:236.29kcal
11.81%
Fat:2.36g
3.63%
Saturated Fat:0.59g
3.67%
Carbohydrates:34.44g
11.48%
Net Carbohydrates:31.22g
11.35%
Sugar:2.81g
3.13%
Cholesterol:4.57mg
1.52%
Sodium:862.75mg
37.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.51g
39.03%
Vitamin C:47.94mg
58.11%
Manganese:1.07mg
53.26%
Vitamin B12:2.06µg
34.28%
Vitamin A:1161.7IU
23.23%
Selenium:12.64µg
18.06%
Vitamin B3:2.91mg
14.54%
Iron:2.48mg
13.78%
Phosphorus:134.14mg
13.41%
Fiber:3.23g
12.91%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.71%
Copper:0.21mg
10.27%
Vitamin K:10.65µg
10.15%
Potassium:315.06mg
9%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.2%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.13%
Zinc:1.12mg
7.45%
Folate:29.05µg
7.26%
Magnesium:27.24mg
6.81%
Vitamin E:0.67mg
4.48%
Vitamin B5:0.42mg
4.23%
Calcium:30.17mg
3.02%
Source:My Recipes