Vegan Jambalaya

Bursting with bold Creole flavors, this hearty Vegan Jambalaya is a plant-based twist on the classic Louisiana comfort food. Packed with vibrant vegetables like bell peppers, celery, and okra, this one-pot wonder features smoky spices, tender long-grain rice, and savory vegan sausage for a satisfying, protein-rich bite. Simmered in fragrant vegetable broth and juicy tomatoes, this dish delivers a perfect balance of spice and depth, all while being 100% vegan and gluten-free. Ready in under an hour, it's the ultimate crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Garnish with fresh parsley, green onions, and a splash of hot sauce for an authentic finishing touch! Perfect for those seeking wholesome, flavorful plant-based meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons thyme, dried
• 0.5 teaspoons oregano, dried
• 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1.5 cups long-grain rice (white or brown), rinsed
• 3.5 cups vegetable broth
• 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 8 ounces vegan sausage, sliced into rounds
• 1 cup frozen okra (optional), thawed
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
• 0 hot sauce (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, celery, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and stir for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Sprinkle the smoked paprika, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, ground black pepper, and sea salt over the vegetables. Stir well to combine the spices with the vegetables.

Step 5

Add the rinsed rice to the pot and stir it into the vegetable mixture to coat it with the spices.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable broth and canned diced tomatoes (along with their juice). Stir well, ensuring everything is evenly distributed.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid.

Step 8

While the rice is cooking, heat a small skillet over medium heat and lightly brown the sliced vegan sausage for 3-4 minutes. Set aside.

Step 9

Once the rice is cooked, gently fold in the browned vegan sausage and thawed okra (if using). Let the jambalaya cook for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or spices, if needed.

Step 11

Serve the vegan jambalaya hot, garnished with fresh parsley and green onions. Add a splash of hot sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2614.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1712.7

Total Fat 66.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6234.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 217.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.0g	0%
Total Sugars 43.6g
Protein 70.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 695.2mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 4721.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.1%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 49.8%