How is seafood paella traditionally prepared?

It is cooked in a single pan and features saffron for flavor.

Can I make it vegetarian?

Yes, simply omit the seafood and add more vegetables.

It can be, so watch your portion sizes.

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A classic Spanish dish with rice, seafood, and flavorful spices.

Per 100 g

180 kcal

1 serving

540 kcal

(300 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
15 g / 100g	20 g / 100g	5 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 32% · Carbs 44% · Fat 24%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 serving (300 g, 540 kcal) is 27% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 serving takes about 132 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Seafood Paella is number 4 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 170 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Crunchy Vegetable Sushi	140	3 g
Savory Lentil Shepherd's Pie	150	9 g
Savory Veggie Sushi	150	3 g
Seafood Paella	180	15 g
Doro Wat (Ethiopian Chicken Stew)	200	25 g
Savory Okonomiyaki	210	8 g

Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.

6/10

Moderate in calories; enjoy in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

How is seafood paella traditionally prepared?: It is cooked in a single pan and features saffron for flavor.
Can I make it vegetarian?: Yes, simply omit the seafood and add more vegetables.
Is paella high in calories?: It can be, so watch your portion sizes.

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