I love cooking from scratch when I can, but there are some days when quick and easy is a must.
Zatarain’s jambalaya mix is delicious right out of the box, and when it goes on sale I stock up for this quick and frugal meal. Pair it with a green salad for a perfect dinner!
Sausage Jambalaya with Salad
Yield – 4 servings
Preparation Time – 5 minutes
Cooking Time – 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 box Zatarain’s jambalaya mix ($1)
- 1 12 oz. package smoked sausage ($1.50)
- 1 Tbsp oil ($0.03)
- 1 can black beans ($0.69)
- 1/2 head iceberg lettuce ($0.40)
- 1 roma tomato, chopped ($0.70)
- 1/2 cucumber ($0.35)
- favorite dressing ($0.10)
Directions
- Slice sausage and brown in canola oil. Add jambalaya mix following package directions. Drain beans and add right at the end of cooking the rice.
- Serve with a chopped salad.
Cost $4.77
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Megan says
I love Zatarain’s jambalaya. I make mine with a combo of chicken, sausage and shrimp, just a little of each though. I also add okra, canned tomatoes and top with diced green onions. Delicious!
Lindsey says
We love some Zatarain’s!! Even my 6-year-old picky eater loves it!
Kathleen says
Have you ever had Zatarain’s Cheesy Jambalaya mix? Its a million times better than the plain. I love to keep a box in the pantry and sausage in the fridge for a last minute dinner. I throw in whatever vegetables are sitting in my fridge– usually a tomato, some green onions and sometimes some green pepper. The only downside is this dinner is very high in salt
Stephanie says
Thanks for the recipe, it sounds quick, easy and balanced 🙂
laura says
when i make boxed rice dishes i will added a 1/2 of rice and 1 cup of water it gives it more servivings with less salt…
Janet G says
My family loves Zatarains too!! I always feel like I am giving my family a home-cooked meal on the quick and cheap. In regards to the high salt, they do sell a low-sodium brand but it is often not on sale when there is one.
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