Description
Red Beans and Rice is a classic dish that embodies comfort and flavor in every bite. This hearty recipe features tender red beans simmered with a medley of spices and sautéed vegetables, all served over fluffy rice. With its rich, savory taste and nutritious ingredients, it’s perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Plus, it’s incredibly versatile; you can easily swap in your favorite proteins or veggies to suit your preferences. Whether you’re a novice cook or an experienced chef, this dish promises satisfaction and warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound dry red beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion (diced)
- 2 celery ribs (diced)
- 1 small red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 small green bell pepper (diced)
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 6 to 7 cups low sodium vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cayenne red pepper (or to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- ½ cup chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh green onions (plus more for garnish)
- 1½ cups long grain brown rice or white rice (cooked according to the directions on the package)
Instructions
- Soak the dry beans in water overnight.
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven and brown the sausage slices.
- Sauté diced onions, celery, bell peppers, and garlic until softened.
- Stir in seasonings and pour in vegetable broth.
- Add rinsed beans and browned sausage; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer covered for about 1½ to 2 hours until beans are soft.
- Mash some beans for thickness; adjust seasoning as needed.
- Stir in fresh herbs before serving over rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 743mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg