Description

Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Comforting Red Beans and Rice, a dish that combines creamy red beans with fluffy long-grain rice, seasoned to perfection. With its rich aroma and satisfying textures, this recipe is perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings with loved ones. Experience the joy of home-cooked comfort as you savor every bite of this delightful meal.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup dried red beans (soaked overnight)
1 cup long-grain rice
1 medium onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
2 tsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Rinse and soak red beans overnight.
In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté onion, green bell pepper, and celery until onion is translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Stir in soaked red beans and diced tomatoes with juice; mix well.
Add Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, and chicken broth; stir to combine.
Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 1 hour or until beans are tender, stirring occasionally.
Cook long-grain rice according to package instructions. Serve the red bean mixture over rice.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 51g
Fiber: 12g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: For extra flavor, add sliced smoked sausage during cooking. Adjust spice levels by varying the amount of Cajun seasoning. To save time, canned red beans can be used—just rinse thoroughly.