Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice

February 21, 2012 |  by  |  recipes

Whether you’re dishing up a vegan Fat Tuesday feast or simply craving Cajun, here is a slow cooker version for red beans and rice.

Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice

Serves 8

  • 3 (15-ounce) cans red kidney beans, rinsed, drained
  • 2 cups Lundberg Family Farms Countrywild Rice
  • 1 (15-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning or a generous pinch of cayenne
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. Place all ingredients in a slow cooker.
  2. Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 to 6 hours.

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2 Comments


  1. LOVE this recipe! I’m a new vegan and this had made the transition so much easier. I have a quick question, though. It is supposed to be 2 cups of uncooked rice, correct? Thanks!

    • Michele Borboa

      Yes, Karen, it is 2 cups uncooked rice. Glad you’re enjoying your vegan transition. Let me know if I can help further. :)

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