Description
Indulge in the rich, savory goodness of Comforting Red Beans and Rice, a dish that embodies warmth and flavor in every bite. This hearty recipe features tender red beans simmered with spices, combined with fluffy long-grain rice for a satisfying meal perfect for cozy nights or gatherings. Easy to prepare and bursting with robust flavors, this dish will have your family and friends coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried red beans (soaked overnight)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 1 medium bell pepper (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse the soaked red beans under cold water. Chop the onion, bell pepper, and mince the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and bell pepper until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and Cajun seasoning; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in soaked red beans and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 45 minutes until beans are tender.
- Add long-grain rice to the pot; cook according to package instructions (about 20 minutes) until rice is fluffy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg