For a delicious and healthy blend of protein and good carbs, we recommend trying this recipe for slow cooker red beans and rice. This dish gives you a taste of New Orleans, and is filling enough to satisfy your post-workout hunger. Plus, it’s a great warm treat to combat the season’s chilly weather.
Since you make this meal in a slow cooker, it is super convenient and accommodates even the busiest schedule. As a bonus, it’s also very budget-friendly. (Recipe courtesy of Cooking Light)
Ingredients:
- 3 cups water
- 1 cup dried red kidney beans
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 3/4 cup chopped celery
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 3/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 (14-ounce) package turkey, pork, and beef smoked sausage, thinly sliced
- 1 bay leaf
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups hot cooked long-grain rice
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Directions:
- Combine first 12 ingredients in an electric slow cooker.
- Cover with lid; cook on high heat for 5 hours.
- Discard bay leaf; stir in salt.
- Serve over rice; sprinkle servings evenly with green onions.
This beans and rice meal has 413 calories per serving and 21g of protein.
Once you enjoy this red beans and rice recipe as fuel for your workout, you need the right equipment. To learn about home gym equipment for your Phoenix area home, contact Fitness 4 Home Superstore.
