15 Minute Red Beans and Rice (2024)

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15 Minute Red Beans and Rice (1)

Yesterday after work the little guy and I turned on the camera and made a super quick dinner that he actually liked! I was shocked!

The husband wasn't home but I can tell you this wouldn't be his favorite meal. He's not an all in one pot type of guy, no matter what it is.

So I'm happy I now have a new one pot partner.

I'm running out of time to write this up but here are the ingredients...

Ingredients

  • 1-2 thick slices of sweet onion chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 medium zucchini chopped
  • 1 15oz can of diced tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • About 2 cups of cooked brown rice
  • 1 15oz can of kidney beans drained and rinsed

You can see all the details in the video but I basically:

  • sauté the veggies
  • add the tomatoes, spices, rice, beans
  • then eat!
15 Minute Red Beans and Rice (2)

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15 Minute Red Beans and Rice (3)

15 Minute Red Beans and Rice

Discover the classic Creole dish of red beans and rice! This comforting meal is packed with flavor and is easy to make at home.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 4 cups

Calories 555 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1-2 thick slices of sweet onion chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 medium zucchini chopped
  • 1 15 oz can of diced tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • About 2 cups of cooked brown rice
  • 1 15 oz can of kidney beans drained and rinsed

Nutrition

Calories: 555kcalCarbohydrates: 113gProtein: 20gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 41mgPotassium: 1283mgFiber: 15gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1926IUVitamin C: 53mgCalcium: 109mgIron: 6mg

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  1. Stacy

    I just made this for dinner and it was a big hit! I added some kielbasa and it was perfection! Thanks for a quick and easy dinner!

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  2. Diana

    This was delicious. I used deer sausage and fresh garlic with two cans of home canned tomatoes and cooked rice in home canned chicken broth. Yummy, yummy! And so easy! Will try with cilantro sprinkle on top next time. Thanks for sharing this delightful recipe!

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  3. Monica

    This turned out great! I never thought of putting zucchini in red beans and rice before but it was delicious!

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    • roni

      Awesome! Glad you liked it!

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  4. Michelle Sebly

    Thank you! Was looking for a simple beans and rice recipe for my 18 month old and finally typed "toddler" in to the search engine and found you! Have subscribed!

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  5. Jeanine

    Delicious! I made this the other night and just finished the leftovers. I added some Chipotle Chili Pepper for extra kick. Thanks for the recipe, Roni! I find myself going to your site over and over for new, healthy recipes.

    Reply

  6. Gail

    We are going to try this tonight, it looks great. Thanks for the tips. Love your site.

    Reply

  7. Debra Cadovius

    OH MY WORD!!!! This is on the menu for tomorrow night for our family!!! Thanks, girl!

    Reply

  8. Ana Myre

    I tried this today, Me and my husband like it a lot, my 4 yr old eat it and my 20 mth also did (he is really peaky about food)

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  9. Karen Castevens

    I am trying this tonite....thanks for the receipes. I'm definitely a fan.

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  10. Lisa

    So!! excited to find your site! You are my fav blogger right now.. I am currently doing WW and having sucess 20 pounds down!! since Jan..whoo hoo.
    Im always looking for fun new simple recipes for the working mom which i am, and you are most definately giving me great ideas! Your son is simply adorable!

    Thanks! :0)

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  11. McLauren84

    Yum! You know what spice I recently tried in rice and beans? Smoked paprika. It gave it a wonderful flavor! I love putting rice, beans and spices in my rice cooker with a couple cups of chicken stock. An hour later you get the most delicious rice and beans ever!

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  12. Amanda

    This is great! One pot and you get vegetables and fiber. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply

  13. Debbi Does Dinner Healthy

    I love all in one pot meals and I would love this. Awesome how your little one likes it!

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  14. Amy

    I like how your son still has his blue glove on while eating. :o)

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  15. Melody

    If you're not opposed to "prepackaged" spices (or a tad bit of heat,) I make a very similar red beans and rice that our family loves with the Emeril Cajun seasoning powder from the grocery store. Sort of requires less other spices if I'm feeling lazy and it has just the right amount of 'kick.' I also use the turkey sausage cut up into little slices & lightly pan fried using pam and garlic mixed in. Gives it a little yummy salty taste too.

    Yours looks fab though and I'm so glad the little guy likes it too!

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  16. Michele

    This sounds great! I will definitely have to try it.

    Reply

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