Vegetarian Jambalaya
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Category
Main Course
Cuisine
Louisiana, Southern US
Author:
Spice Zen
Servings
4
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Total Time
40 Minutes
Dietary Information
Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Soy-Free
A vibrant Southern-style rice dish inspired by Louisiana cooking, this vegetarian jambalaya brings together vegetables, rice and black beans with Spice Zen Cajun Seasoning. Savoury, gently spiced and satisfying, it’s a one-pot meal that’s easy to cook and well suited to weeknight dinners or sharing.
Ingredients
Vegetables
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1 large onion, sliced
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1 red capsicum, sliced
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2 celery stalks, sliced
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1 zucchini, sliced
Rice & Protein
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1¼ cups long-grain white rice
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400 g canned black beans, drained and rinsed
Seasoning & Base
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp Spice Zen Cajun Seasoning
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4 tbsp tomato passata
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1½ cups water or vegetable stock
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½ tsp salt, or to taste
Garnish
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Fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
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Lemon wedges, to serve (optional)
Directions
Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion, celery, zucchini and capsicum and cook for about 5 minutes, until slightly softened.
Add Spice Zen Cajun Seasoning and cook for 1–2 minutes until aromatic.
Stir in the rice, coating it well with the vegetables and spices.
Add tomato passata, water or stock and salt. Bring to a gentle boil.
Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the rice is just tender.
Stir in the black beans, then remove from heat. Keep covered and let rest for 5 minutes.
Fluff gently with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with lemon wedges if desired.
Chef's Notes
Resting the jambalaya allows the rice to finish steaming and absorb flavour.
Adjust the Cajun seasoning slightly up or down depending on heat preference.
This dish should be moist but not soupy.
Recipe Note
Vegetable Variations
Corn, green beans or diced pumpkin can be added alongside the zucchini.
Serving Ideas
Serve as is, or pair with a simple green salad for a complete meal.
These recipes are provided for general inspiration and home use. Results may vary depending on ingredients, equipment and technique. Please check ingredients for allergens and follow safe food handling practices.
