The Louisiana classic gets a wholesome twist by swapping rice for farro. farro It’s a great grain choice for vegetarians because it contains about 6 grams of protein per 1/4 cup, plus 3 grams of fiber. Vegan sausages add hearty texture and robust flavor to this easy dinner. You’ll find them near the tofu in the supermarket, usually in the refrigerated part of the produce section.
Active time: 15 minutes Total time: 30 minutes
One Pot Vegan Jambalaya Farro
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 1 green pepper, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup (180 g) farro, dried
- 2 teaspoons of paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 1/3 cups (320 g) low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz/411 g) diced tomatoes without added salt, undrained
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 plant-based Italian sausages, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the oil and when it is hot add the onion and bell pepper. Cook until onion and pepper are soft, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the farro, paprika, salt, oregano and cayenne pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until spices and farro are lightly toasted, about 1 minute.
Add vegetable broth, tomatoes and bay leaves; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until most of the liquid is absorbed and farro is tender and chewy, about 15 minutes. Add sausages; cover and cook until sausages are heated through, about 2 minutes. Garnish with green onions and serve immediately.
Servings: 4 | Serving size: about 1 cup
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 359; Total fat: 10g; Saturated fat: 1g; Monounsaturated fats: 3 g; Polyunsaturated fats: 1 g; Cholesterol: 0 mg; Sodium: 714 mg; Carbohydrates: 50 g; Dietary fiber: 8 g; Sugar: 6g; Protein 20g
Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 719 mg; Iron: 19%; Vitamin A: 74%; Vitamin C: 65%; Calcium: 10%
Originally published January 3, 2020, updated February 2026
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