Are you ready for some tasty traditional foods from Spain? Look no further!
I have gathered 10 of the most delicious and well known Spanish recipes. This list contains great recipes to have again and new dishes to get acquainted with!
1. Espinacas con Garbanzos (Spanish Chickpea Stew)
Spanish chickpea stew is one of those meals that could actually be a thick taco or burrito filling! It tastes amazing and features lots of healthy ingredients.
This stew has so much good stuff that it does not even resemble a normal stew. This savory dish tastes amazing when eaten with tortillas or crusty bread.
2. Gazpacho
Gazpacho is one of those soups that folks either love or hate. It may be the coldness, or perhaps it is the raw vegetables that turn people off. For those that do not like it, they truly dislike it.
But, lovers of garden fresh vegetables will be impressed with this cool soup. There is no actual cooking with this 25 minute recipe that includes chilling time!
3. Salmorejo
If gazpacho is just too watery for you, try salmorejo. Salmorejo features tomatoes and herbs and it’s served chilled just like gazpacho.
But this recipe is much more filling, thicker, and creamier. It’s a popular warm weather dish that can be served as an appetizer or main course with a fresh salad.
4. Spanish Vegetable Soup (Menestra de Verduras)
Spanish vegetable soup is great after a long hard day. This tasty soup consists of carrots, green beans, peas, and artichoke hearts. However, any fresh, seasonal vegetables can be used.
This recipe is fresh, salty, and herby, and some like to thicken the broth with flour. As is, it’s great to soak up with thick, crusty bread.
5. Caldo Gallego
Caldo gallego is a super traditional meal from Galicia, Spain that’s super different from gazpacho. It takes about 90 minutes to prepare and it’s definitely not vegan or vegetarian. Though it has some cooking time, this meal tastes phenomenal.
You’ll need ingredients like beans, water, ham, pork fat, turnip leaves, and potatoes to prepare this dish. It’s a hearty meal that will warm you up on those cold winter nights.
6. Canary Islands Cilantro Soup (Caldo de Papas)
I know that some people have a gene that makes cilantro taste like soap. For those folks, this recipe may not be the best choice.
This yummy cilantro soup features onions, tomatoes, garlic, and potatoes. This warm soup is a great alternative to cold gazpacho.
7. Fabada
If you enjoy pork and beans, then you will probably enjoy fabada. With only 5 ingredients, this recipe can be left alone and cooked for 2 hours.
Fabada has lots of protein and fiber and it is also very calorie heavy. This makes it a great choice for those wanting a hearty meal.
8. Spanish Lentil Soup
You will find that Spanish lentil soup is similar to any lentil soup from anywhere else. It’s full of fiber and has vegetables like potatoes and tomatoes. Garlic, spices, and vegetable broth add lots of flavor.
If you want to add protein, you can add some Spanish sausage, too. Either way, it is sure to be enjoyed.
9. Mango Gazpacho
Mango gazpacho has a lot of similarities to regular gazpacho. However, orange juice, three mangoes, and jalapenos add a unique twist.
It’s a flavorful combination of sweet and savory. This gazpacho is healthy and can be a great start to any summer meal.
10. Ajo Blanco
Ajo blanco is Spanish for “white garlic” and is a chilled soup perfect for those hot summer days. This recipe only takes ten minutes to prepare.
It has a savory, garlic taste and a slight, tart sweetness from the grapes and apples. It’s a great soup to serve with a sweet and nutty side salad.