CLASSIC Mediterranean Fish and Rice | Heart-Healthy 30 Minute Recipe

fish fillets

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based option, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: cumin

Turmeric offers color and health benefits, while cumin is more affordable.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Sprinkle in paprika and saffron, stirring to combine.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

Add rice and season with salt and black pepper; stir well.

Cover and cook on low heat until rice is tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Nestle fish fillets on top of the rice; cover and cook until fish is opaque and flakes easily, about 8-10 minutes.

Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes.

Garnish with lemon wedges, chopped parsley, and black olives before serving.

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