Cajun Vegan Jambalaya

Cajun Vegan Jambalaya is a vibrant and hearty dish that brings the rich flavors of Louisiana to your table without any animal products. Packed with colorful vegetables, aromatic spices, and plant-based proteins, this jambalaya is both satisfying and bursting with flavor.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced (any color)
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Cajun seasoning - 2 teaspoons
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Diced tomatoes - 400 grams (1 can)
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Long-grain rice - 150 grams
• Green peas - 100 grams (fresh or frozen)
• Okra - 100 grams, sliced
• Bay leaves - 2
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in the minced garlic and Cajun seasoning, cooking for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the tomato paste and stir well, cooking for 2 more minutes to enhance the flavors.
4. Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices and vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
5. Add the rice, green peas, sliced okra, bay leaves, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed the liquid.
7. Remove the bay leaves and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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