Vegan Red Beans and Rice

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound dried red beans, picked over
• 1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onion
• 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 3 cups cooked brown rice

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

6-8 hours

Difficulty Level:

2 (easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Rinse the red beans and place them in a large pot. Add water to cover the beans by 2 inches. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, or until the beans are tender.
2. While the beans are simmering, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the tomato sauce, black beans, corn, oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper, and parsley. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
4. Add the cooked beans to the sauce and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes more.
5. Serve the red beans and rice over a bed of cooked brown rice.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 2g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 300mg
• Carbohydrates: 65g
• Fiber: 12g
• Sugar: 10g
• Protein: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and slightly spicy
• Hearty and filling
• Perfect for a cold winter day
• Can be made ahead of time and reheated

User Comments:

• "This is the best red beans and rice I've ever had! It's so flavorful and satisfying."
• "I love that this recipe is vegan, and it's just as delicious as the traditional version."
• "This dish is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover beans and rice."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have time to cook the beans from scratch, you can use canned beans instead. Just be sure to rinse them well before using.
• If you want a spicier dish, add a little more cayenne pepper to taste.
• Serve this dish with your favorite toppings, such as chopped green onions, sour cream, or hot sauce.