California Inspired Vegetarian Paella

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 cups arborio or other short-grain white rice
• 1 quart (4 cups) low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more as needed
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• Pinch saffron threads (optional)
• 1 small summer squash, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
• 1 small zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
• 1 medium avocado, diced
• 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
• 1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh herbs, such as cilantro, basil, parsley, dill, or tarragon
• Lemon wedges, for serving

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