Description
Savor the warmth and comfort of this easy red beans and rice recipe, a flavorful dish perfect for any gathering or weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried red beans (or 2 cans, rinsed)
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 bay leaves
- Fresh parsley or green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Beans: If using dried red beans, soak them overnight in water.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté chopped onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until tender.
- Add Spices & Seasoning: Stir in Cajun seasoning and bay leaves; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine Broth & Beans: Add vegetable broth and soaked (or canned) red beans to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat.
- Incorporate Rice: Stir in jasmine rice once boiling. Cover and simmer on low for about 20 minutes until the rice absorbs all liquid.
- Finishing Touches: Remove bay leaves, fluff with a fork, and garnish with parsley or green onions before serving.
Notes
- Use canned beans for quicker preparation; just rinse well before adding.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning based on your spice preference.
- Feel free to add additional vegetables like diced tomatoes or carrots for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Louisiana
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg