Vegan Jambalaya Recipe (Gluten Free) (2024)

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This gluten free and vegan jambalaya recipe is inspired by the classic cajun-creole comfort dish and is the perfect way to spice up dinner for the family.

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There is nothing that screams comfort food like a savory bowl of homemade jambalaya. The way that all of the meat, seafood, rice, and seasonings blend together to create the most delicious dish is something you can’t beat! Don’t get me wrong – I love traditional jambalaya. However, as I’m trying to eat more plant-based meals, I was inspired to make this vegan jambalaya recipe that everyone can enjoy.

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  • Why This Recipe Works
  • Key Ingredients
  • How To Make This Recipe
  • Expert Tips
  • Recipe FAQs
  • More Recipes You May Like

Why This Recipe Works

Whether you’re looking for a new meal to add to your weekly rotation at home or entertaining friends, this vegan jambalaya recipe is guaranteed to be a hit. Traditional jambalaya is typically already gluten-free, which is a win for those with dietary restrictions but here are a few more reasons why we are lovin’ this recipe right now

  • Vegan & high in plant-based protein (~12 grams per serving)
  • Easy to make – only 5 simple steps!
  • Budget-friendly
  • The perfect meal prep dish

Key Ingredients

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Spicy Vegan Sausage – it’s not jambalaya without sausage! Many people don’t realize that vegan sausage can contain almost as much protein as regular sausage. This brand has 16 grams of protein per link! It’s typically made with pea protein + seasonings.

Kidney Beans – Kidney beans are another great addition to add some plant-based protein and fiber to the mix.

Cajun or Creole Seasoning – This seasoning is vital in making this dish taste just like traditional jambalaya. You can totally make your own cajun seasoning or you can buy it from any local grocery store!

Uncooked Rice – What makes this recipe even easier to make is that the rice will cook itself while simmering with the other ingredients. Meaning less dishes and mess to clean up!

How To Make This Recipe

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Step 1: Sautee onion, garlic, bell peppers, and celery until soft. Stir in crushed tomatoes and add seasonings – tamari, cajun seasoning, thyme, cayenne pepper, thyme, salt, and pepper. Then, stir in vegan sausage.

Step 2: Add the uncooked rice and veggie broth. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer for 20-25 minutes or until liquid is fully absorbed and rice is fully cooked.

Step 3: Add kidney beans and stir to combine. Cook for an extra 1-2 minutes.

Expert Tips

You can use any type of rice you like in this recipe – I recommend trying this vegan jambalaya using brown rice for some extra added fiber and micronutrients.

If you need to ensure this recipe stays gluten-free for those with dietary restrictions, make sure to check the nutrition label on packaged ingredients.

Customize your spice! In the recipe card, we measured out 2 tbsp on cajun/creole seasoning, but feel free to adjust based on preferences!

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Recipe FAQs

How do I meal prep this recipe?

This vegan jambalaya recipe is the perfect meal prep dish to pull from throughout the week. Just make sure to store it in an airtight container and use within 3-4 days.

Can I freeze this recipe?

Surprisingly, yes!! This recipe stays good in the freezer for up to 6 months. When ready to eat, place in the fridge the night before then microwave when ready.

What makes this recipe vegan compared to traditional jambalaya?

Traditional jambalaya typically contains andouille sausage, shrimp, and/or chicken. In this recipe we added our own vegan sausage + kidney beans for plant-based protein.

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Feeling inspired after making this delicious vegan jambalaya? Check out some of my favorite vegan and gluten-free lunch/dinner recipes below!

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Have you tried thisgluten-free & vegan jambalaya recipe? What are some of your other favorite cajun/creole recipes? Leave me a comment below with your thoughts!

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Vegan Jambalaya Recipe (Gluten Free)

This gluten free and vegan jambalaya recipe is inspired by the classic cajun-creole comfort dish and is the perfect way to spice up dinner for the family.

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Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: American, Cajun, Creole

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan

Prep Time: 25 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour

Servings: 6 servings

Calories: 244kcal

Author: Abbey Sharp

Ingredients

Vegan Jambalaya

  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 pack spicy vegan sausage diced
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup kidney beans
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tbsp cajun or creole seasoning
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • salt and pepper

Garnish

  • sliced green onion
  • parsley

Instructions

  • Add oil to skillet or large pot. Sautee the onion, garlic, bell peppers and celeryuntil soft. (about 5 minutes).

  • Stir in the crushed tomatoes and add seasonings –tamari, cajun seasoning, thyme, cayenne pepper, thyme, salt, and pepper.

  • Stir in the vegan sausage.

  • Add in the uncooked rice and veggie broth. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer. Let simmer for 20-25 minutes or untilliquid is fully absorbed and rice is fully cooked.

  • Add kidney beans and stir to combine. Cook for an extra 1-2 minutes.

  • Serve with sliced green onion and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 244kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Sodium: 786mg | Potassium: 663mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2343IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 85mg | Iron: 4mg

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Abbey Sharp

Abbey Sharpis a Registered Dietitian (RD), regulated by theOntario College of Dietitians. She is a mom,YouTuber,Blogger,award winningcookbook author,media coachspecializing in food and nutrition influencers, and a frequent contributor to national publications likeHealthlineand on national broadcastTV shows.

About Abbey Sharp

Abbey Sharpis a Registered Dietitian (RD), regulated by theOntario College of Dietitians. She is a mom,YouTuber,Blogger,award winningcookbook author,media coachspecializing in food and nutrition influencers, and a frequent contributor to national publications likeHealthlineand on national broadcastTV shows.

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Is Zatarain's jambalaya gluten-free? ›

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Are any of your products gluten-free? The following products do not contain any wheat, rye, barley, or oats: COATINGS AND BREADINGS: Classic Fry Coating Mix, N.O. Style Fish Fry w/Lemon, Seasoned Fish Fry, Cajun Fish Fry. RICE ENTRÉE MIXES: Dirty Rice Mix, Jambalaya Mix, Red Beans & Rice Mix.

Is Zatarain's jambalaya mix vegetarian? ›

Can you believe that Zatarains's Jambalaya is vegan! And with the addition of plant based sausage you have yourself a delicious shortcut vegan jambalaya.

Is jambalaya made with tomatoes or without tomatoes? ›

Two main categories of jambalaya exist: Creole (or red) jambalaya, which is associated with the city of New Orleans and contains tomato, and Cajun (or brown) jambalaya, which contains no tomato and is more common in other parts of Louisiana. The recipe I'm focusing on here is the former, with tomato.

Why is gumbo not gluten free? ›

Good gumbo is hard to find for my friend with a wheat allergy. The wheat flour roux is the key ingredient for any gumbo. After experimenting with a few gluten-free alternatives, I find that a light brown millet flour roux thickens the gumbo and gives an excellent taste nearly equal to wheat flour.

Is yeast extract safe for celiacs? ›

Yeast extract and autolyzed yeast extract may contain gluten from barley. Manufacturers are not required to disclose the source of yeast extract on the ingredients label, so you should only use yeast extract that is labeled gluten-free or confirmed gluten-free by the manufacturer.

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This product is not gluten free as it lists 1 ingredient that contains gluten.

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This product may or may not be gluten free as it lists 2 ingredients that could contain gluten depending on the source.

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These rice mixes – including favorites like jambalaya, dirty rice and yellow rice – are the same flavorful products people already know and love, but with a gluten-free seal now displayed on the package. For a complete list of Zatarain's gluten-free rice mixes, visit www.zatarains.com/glutenfree.

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Zatarain's Blackened Seasoning does not contain gluten. Gluten and gluten products, when p…

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Is Zatarain's Gumbo Mix gluten-free? ›

Zatarain's New Orleans Style Gumbo Base does contain gluten.

What's the difference between jambalaya and cajun jambalaya? ›

Cajun vs.

Creole jambalaya, also known as red jambalaya, contains tomatoes. Cajun or brown jambalaya does not.

What is the best rice to use in jambalaya? ›

One of the biggest complaints when making jambalaya is that the rice ends up mushy. And there's two main culprits of this – choosing the wrong type of rice and over-stirring. For this recipe, you want long-grain white rice, like basmati or jasmine. Don't use short-grain rice.

What are the two types of jambalaya? ›

There are two types of jambalaya: Cajun and Creole. Cajun jambalaya originates from the bayous of Louisiana, featuring andouille sausage and various veggies. Creole jambalaya incorporates tomatoes and shrimp, using influences from Spain, France, and African locals.

Does Zatarain's Dirty Rice have gluten? ›

These rice mixes – including favorites like jambalaya, dirty rice and yellow rice – are the same flavorful products people already know and love, but with a gluten-free seal now displayed on the package. For a complete list of Zatarain's gluten-free rice mixes, visit www.zatarains.com/glutenfree.

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According to the company, the following products do not contain gluten ingredients: Uncle Ben's Original Converted Brand Rice, Uncle Ben's Instant Rice, Uncle Ben's Whole Grain Brown Rice, Uncle Ben's Fast and Natural Whole Grain Instant Brown Rice, Uncle Ben's Boil in Bag Rice, Uncle Ben's Ready Whole Grain Rice, and ...

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