10 Flavorful Seafood-Free Veggie Paella Recipes You’ll Love!

Paella is a classic Spanish dish, specifically from the region of Valencia that’s rice-based. It usually has seafood in it, but you can easily make a delicious one of vegetables. What’s even more fun is that if you’re making vegan paella, you can use seasonal produce and switch it up every season with fresh, tasty veggies!

We put together 10 delicious vegan paella recipes from the Food Monster App to help you enjoy this Spanish classic right in the comfort of your home!

1. Spring Vegetable Paella 

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Bursting with flavors and easy to make, this Spring Vegetable Paella by Annabelle Randles is the perfect dish to make when you are entertaining. Fragrant, saffron-infused paella rice is cooked with plenty of fresh garlic and a wealth of vegetables like asparagus, fava beans, and more. Healthy and hearty, you will not miss the meat or fish!

2. Spanish Artichoke and Zucchini Paella 

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This Spanish Artichoke and Zucchini Paella from Kinda Vegan is a take on the beloved Spanish favorite dish has turmeric in it rather than saffron (because that stuff is expensive!).

3. Multi-Vegetable Paella and Avo Aioli

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This Multi-Vegetable Paella and Avo Aioli by Multi-Vegetable Paella and Avo Aioli is a veggie contribution to Spain’s beloved national dish. It’s a jam-packed delicious version that converts the weary.

4. Vegan Paella 

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Paella is a classic rice dish consisting of rice and a variety of savory vegetables! And this time, this classic is easily vegan with this recipe by Simona Malerba! You must give it a try – for lunch, for dinner, for any meal with anyone!

5. Oil-Free Instant Pot Paella 

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This completely oil-free Instant Pot Paella by Molly Patrick is fresh, filling, smoky, and the perfect meal for summer days!

6. Vegetable Paella 

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For those of you that have not had the pleasure of immersing yourself inside a large bowl of Vegetable Paella  at least once in your life, you are about to have your world turn upside down with this recipe by Rita Marie.

7. Spiced Wine Paella 

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Hearty and satisfying, this Spiced Wine Paella by Peffe Stahl does not disappoint. The warm and aromatic spices will tantalize your tastebuds, and leave you feeling satisfied. You may want some more, but overall satisfied.

8. Autumn Mushroom and Squash Paella 

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This Autumn vegetable paella has all of your fall favorites – Delicata squash, button mushrooms, cauliflower, pumpkin seeds – seasoned with diced tomatoes, yellow onions, paprika, and saffron for a dish that is bursting with Spanish flair. This Autumn Mushroom and Squash Paella by Liz Martone is perfect for bringing to a potluck or batch cooking for a week of healthy meals.

9. Vegetable Paella Risotto 

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This fusion dish combines the best of the worlds of paella and risotto into one seriously delicious and comforting meal. It has a creamy texture like risotto and the savory flavors of paella without the dairy or seafood. What’s the secret? Smoked paprika. This Vegetable Paella Risotto by Kristen Genton is so flavorful, packed with vegetables, and not to mention, easier than traditional risotto.

10. Chickpea, Artichoke, and Millet Paella 

Source: Chickpea, Artichoke, and Millet Paella

This Chickpea, Artichoke, and Millet Paella by Jodi Kay is just the type of recipe that comes in handy this time of year; its comforting flavors feed the soul as well as a small crowd. It can be served hot or cooled down to room temperature, depending on what type of summer night you’ve got, and any leftovers pack up well for a picnic lunch. It’s fresh, a little spicy, and pairs well with a large green salad, perhaps some crusty bread, and a cold glass of rosé.

If you enjoy these vegan paella recipes, you might also like 15 of Your Favorite Spanish Recipes Made Vegan and 15 Healthy and Soothing Rice-Based Recipes!

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