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Vegan Red Beans and Rice Bake

Savory Vegan Red Beans and Rice Bake for Cozy Nights

This Vegan Red Beans and Rice Bake combines Creole cooking with a plant-based twist, creating a hearty and healthy one-pot meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Creole
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 1 cup Long Grain White Rice Rinse well for fluffy rice.
  • 1 can Red Beans (Canned) Can substitute with cooked dried beans.
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth Opt for low-sodium to control salt levels.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegan Sausages Choose spicy Andouille or mild sausage.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Diced fresh for flavor.
  • 1 medium Green Bell Pepper Can be swapped with red or yellow.
  • 2 stalks Celery Complement the 'Holy Trinity' of Cajun cooking.
  • 3-4 cloves Garlic Minced for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter (or Vegan Butter) For sautéing.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Adds depth and sweetness.
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning Ensure it's salt-free.
  • 1 teaspoon Dry Thyme Essential for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Ensure it's vegetarian.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley For serving.

Equipment

  • Oven-safe pot

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and dice onion, bell pepper, and celery.
  2. Melt butter in an oven-safe pot over medium heat and sauté vegan sausages for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Sauté the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery for 5-7 minutes until softened, then add garlic for 1 minute.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, Cajun seasoning, thyme, garlic powder, and onion powder; cook for 2 minutes.
  5. Fold in rice, vegetable broth, Worcestershire sauce, and red beans; nestle sausages on top, cover, and bake for 40-45 minutes.
  6. Let it rest covered for 10 minutes, then fluff the rice and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 15gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 700mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 15gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for those looking to indulge in plant-based comfort food without sacrificing flavor!

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