Navy Beans Cajun Style

Cajun cuisine originated from the French-speaking Acadian people who were deported from Canada to Louisiana in the 18th century.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Navy Beans Cajun Style

Cooking Method: Sautéing, Simmering Cuisine: Cajun, Southern Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 25 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Navy beans
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 medium Bell pepper
• 2 stalk Celery stalks
• 3 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 2 leaf Bay leaves
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 stalk Green onions
• 1 tablespoon Parsley

Instructions

1. Rinse and soak the navy beans overnight.
2. In a large pot, sauté the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until softened.
3. Add the soaked navy beans, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, thyme, bay leaves, vegetable broth, tomato paste, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour or until the beans are tender.
5. Remove the bay leaves and garnish with chopped green onions and parsley.
6. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
7. Enjoy your Navy Beans Cajun Style!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.