Crockpot Vegan Jambalaya
A slow-cooked, plant-based twist on classic jambalaya with smoky spices, hearty beans, and tender vegetables. No effort, all flavor.
Ingredients
Base & Vegetables:
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup bell peppers mixed colors, chopped
- 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup celery sliced
Protein & Carbs:
- 1 cup kidney beans cooked
- 1 cup black beans cooked
- 1 cup long-grain brown rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
Seasonings & Extras:
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- ½ tsp thyme
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt adjust to taste
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional for extra heat
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
For Serving:
- Chopped green onions
- Fresh parsley
- Hot sauce because spice makes everything better
Instructions
Step 1: Prep & Load the Crockpot
- Chop onion, garlic, bell peppers, and celery, then toss them into the crockpot.
Step 2: Add Everything Else
- Mix in diced tomatoes, beans, brown rice, and vegetable broth.
Step 3: Season Like You Mean It
- Stir in smoked paprika, Cajun seasoning, thyme, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes.
Step 4: Slow Cook to Perfection
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours (or high for 2.5 hours) until rice is tender.
Step 5: Add the Final Touches
- Stir in tomato paste, soy sauce, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 6: Serve & Enjoy
- Garnish with green onions, parsley, and hot sauce. Devour i
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 13g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 30%
- Vitamin C: 35%
- Folate: 45%
- Magnesium: 25%
- Potassium: 20%
Additional Notes & Tips
- Want more spice? Add extra Cajun seasoning or a few dashes of hot sauce.
- Need extra protein? Throw in some tofu or vegan sausage.
- Make it extra smoky? A dash of liquid smoke works wonders.
- Leftovers? Store them in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for a lazy future meal.