Treebeard’s Red Beans (And Rice)

Treebeard’s Red Beans (And Rice) is a classic Southern dish that originated in New Orleans, Louisiana. It gets its name from the slow-cooked red beans and flavorful spices, which create a hearty and delicious meal.

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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Treebeard’s Red Beans (And Rice)

Cooking Method: Simmering Cuisine: American, 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 Red beans
• 1 cup Rice
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 medium Bell pepper
• 2 medium Celery stalks
• 3 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 2 leaf Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 stalk Green onions
• 1 tablespoon Parsley

Instructions

1. Rinse and soak the red beans overnight.
2. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat and sauté the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until softened.
3. Add the soaked red beans, vegetable broth, tomato paste, Cajun seasoning, thyme, bay leaves, 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. Cook the rice according to package instructions.
6. Serve the red beans over rice, garnished with green onions and parsley.
7. Enjoy your Treebeard's Red Beans (And Rice)!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

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.