Vegetarian Classic Cajun Boudin

Experience a plant-based twist on a Southern favorite with this Vegetarian Classic Cajun Boudin recipe! Packed with hearty cooked rice, protein-rich lentils, and the bold flavors of smoked paprika, cayenne, and liquid smoke, this dish captures the essence of traditional Cajun cuisine without the meat. A colorful medley of onion, celery, and bell pepper adds freshness, while sliced green onions and parsley provide the perfect finishing touch. Wrapped in vegan sausage casings and gently steamed to perfection, these savory boudin links are ideal as a main course, appetizer, or even a party platter centerpiece. This vegan version of classic Cajun boudin is sure to delight vegetarians and omnivores alike! Perfect for anyone craving authentic Southern flavors with a modern, plant-based twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
• 1 cup cooked lentils
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
• 1 bell pepper, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup sliced green onions
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon liquid smoke
• 10 vegan sausage casings

Directions

Step 1

Cook the rice and lentils according to package instructions and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion, celery, and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the smoked paprika, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, ground black pepper, and salt, stirring to coat the vegetables thoroughly.

Step 6

Mix in the cooked rice and lentils, ensuring the spices are distributed evenly throughout the mixture.

Step 7

Pour in the vegetable broth, soy sauce, and liquid smoke. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the sliced green onions and chopped parsley. Let the filling cool slightly.

Step 9

Spoon the mixture into vegan sausage casings, taking care not to overfill. Twist the ends to secure each sausage.

Step 10

Steam the filled sausages for 15 minutes to heat through and set.

Step 11

Serve warm with additional garnishes of green onions or parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1889.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2279.4

Total Fat 59.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7654.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 356.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.9g	0%
Total Sugars 32.3g
Protein 92.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 693.7mg	0%
Iron 30.6mg	0%
Potassium 3498.4mg	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: 22.8%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 61.3%