. . it should be good enough for you, too.
Spain (and most Latin countries) love their meat. The more the better. But what if you’re not a carnivore and find yourself going without, or perhaps just a cold plate of beans and some indifferent vegetables. That’s the way it used to be, but things have slowly been changing. Even dyed in the wool carnivores are subtly making ever-so-subtle or even bold moves to step away from meat. Your editor is a vegetarian from decades ago, and happy with that approach. But the rest of the family isn’t. Lo and behold, Yes. It is definitely possible to find vegetarian versions of paella, often called “paella de verduras” (vegetable paella) in Spain. While traditional paella often includes meat or seafood, many restaurants, especially in tourist areas, offer or can accommodate vegetarian requests. And that’s OK. But, while you’re here, have a look below to see if any of the topics hit home.
1. Understand Your “Why” Before you start, ask yourself: Why are you interested in vegetarianism?
Health? (e.g., potential benefits like lower risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, some cancers, improved gut health) Ethical/Animal Welfare Concerns? (e.g., factory farming practices) Environmental Impact? (e.g., reducing carbon footprint, water usage) Curiosity/Culinary Exploration? (e.g., expanding your cooking repertoire) Financial Reasons? (e.g., plant-based proteins can often be cheaper)
Knowing your motivation will help you stay committed and identify which aspects of vegetarianism resonate most with you. We won’t belabor the conversation anymore, other than to encourage you to try tapering down on meat per se, and perhaps migrate to seafood instead. Ultimately, Knowing your motivation will help you stay committed and identify which aspects of vegetarianism resonate most with you. There are no rights or wrongs. But, do try to take care of yourself, starting with your diet and exercise. Finally, what does “Macca “mean. Paul McCartney, of course who has been a vegetarian since the 1970’s. Look how much energy he (and Ringo) have by choosing vegetarianism. Give it a try. It’s easier than you might think.
Paul McCartney, of course who has been a vegetarian since the 1970’s. He’s still in great shape. Finally, there are so many meat substitutes, such as Quorn, Beyond Meat, Morningstar Farms that are so easy to find.