Low Fat Copycat Popeyes Red Beans and Rice
Satisfy your craving for classic Southern flavors with this Low Fat Copycat Popeyes Red Beans and Rice recipe! This healthier twist on a fast-food favorite delivers the same smoky, savory goodness you love, without the extra fat. Featuring protein-packed red beans, aromatic spices like smoked paprika and cayenne, and a hint of liquid smoke for that signature depth, this dish is an easy weeknight winner that comes together in just 30 minutes. Paired with fluffy white rice, the creamy yet textured consistency of the beans makes every bite irresistible. Perfectly spiced and wonderfully comforting, this guilt-free recipe is ideal for meal preps, family dinners, or a satisfying side dish. Enjoy all the flavors of Popeyes at home with a fraction of the calories!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 cups canned red beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing the rice according to package instructions if it is not already cooked. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the drained red beans and vegetable broth.
Add the onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, liquid smoke, salt, and black pepper to the beans in the saucepan.
Stir the mixture well to combine the spices, bringing it to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and allow the mixture to simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Once the beans are tender and the flavors have melded, use a potato masher or the back of a spoon to gently mash about half of the beans to create a creamy texture while leaving some beans whole for texture.
Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more salt or spices if desired.
Serve the red beans over the cooked white rice and enjoy your delicious, low-fat copycat version of Popeyes Red Beans and Rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
866 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.3 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3418 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.8 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.8 g | 99% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 35.9 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 236 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 2115 mg | 45% | |
*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.
