Jazzed Up Jambalaya

A heart-healthy jambalaya recipe packed with plant-based proteins, healthy fats, and fiber to support a diet aimed at lowering high cholesterol.

Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Yields: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 1 can of kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 can of diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

In a large pot, sauté the onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened.
Add the rice, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
Stir in fresh parsley before serving.

Estimated Nutrition

Per serving
Calories 350
Protein (g) 12
Carbs (g) 45
Fiber (g) 8
Sugar (g) 5
Saturated fat (g) 2
Trans fat (g) 0
Sodium (mg) 300
Cholesterol 0