Description
Experience the warmth of home with this Comforting Red Beans and Rice dish that brings together hearty beans, fluffy rice, and a medley of spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this recipe is as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Each bite delivers a nostalgic taste of family dinners filled with love and laughter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried red beans (or 2 cans of canned red beans)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse dried red beans under cold water; if using canned, drain and rinse.
- Chop onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic into small pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Sauté until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the red beans and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Add Cajun seasoning along with salt and pepper to taste; simmer on low for 30-40 minutes until beans are tender.
- Cook long-grain rice according to package instructions.
- Serve spoonfuls of the red bean mixture over fluffy rice; garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg