Red Beans

Red beans are a staple in Southern cuisine, particularly in Louisiana where they are traditionally served on Mondays as part of the famous ‘Red Beans and Rice’ dish.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 140 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Red Beans

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 120 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 2 hrs 20 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Red beans
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Bell pepper
• 2 stalk Celery stalks
• 2 link Smoked sausage
• 2 leaf Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 4 cup Cooked rice
• 2 stalk Green onions

Instructions

1. Soak the red beans overnight in water.
2. Drain and rinse the beans.
3. In a large pot, sauté the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and celery until softened.
4. Add the smoked sausage, bay leaves, thyme, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
5. Stir in the soaked red beans and cover with water.
6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 2 hours or until the beans are tender.
7. Serve over cooked rice and garnish with green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 2g

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.