Loading...This dish is a perfect blend of deep South spice and cool West Coast flavors. Creole spices are perfect for seasoning any kind of food. Here, we dig deep into the New Orleans spirit and spice things up with a delicious shrimp and andouille chicken sausage Jambalaya topped with a cool, creamy California Avocado Yogurt Sauce for a perfect balance of flavors.
Creole Jambalaya With California Avocado Yogurt Sauce
Total Time:
45min
Cook Time:
25min
Prep Time:
20min
Nutritional Highlights (per serving)
300
Calories
15
g
Total Fat
6
g
Dietary Fiber
26
g
Protein
14
g
Total Carbs
Ingredients
Serves: 8| For Creole Spice Blend (or buy Creole or Cajun spice mix) | ||
| 2 | Tbsp. | smoked paprika |
| 1 | Tbsp. | dried basil |
| 1 | Tbsp. | dried oregano |
| 1 | Tbsp. | garlic powder |
| 1 | Tbsp. | sea salt |
| 1 | tsp. | black pepper |
| 1 | tsp. | white pepper |
| 1 | tsp. | cayenne pepper |
| 1 | tsp. | dried thyme |
| For California Avocado Yogurt Sauce | ||
| 1 | medium ripe, Fresh California Avocado, seeded and peeled | |
| 1 | cup | low-fat yogurt |
| 2 | Tbsp. | lemon juice |
| 1 | tsp. | sea salt |
| 1/2 | tsp. | black pepper |
| For Jambalaya | ||
| 1 | Tbsp. | canola oil |
| 1/2 | medium red onion, diced | |
| 1 | package (12.8 oz.) andouille chicken sausage, sliced and cut into quarters | |
| 1 | Red bell pepper, diced | |
| 4 | stalks celery, diced | |
| 1 | lb. | peeled and deveined cooked shrimp, large, cut into ½ inch pieces |
| 3 | Tbsp. | Creole spice blend (or buy Creole or Cajun spice mix) |
| 1 | 14.5 oz. can diced, no salt added tomatoes | |
| 1 | medium ripe, Fresh California Avocado, seeded, peeled and diced | |
| As needed | California Avocado Yogurt Sauce |
As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados
Instructions
For Creole Spice Blend
- Place all measured ingredients in a small bowl. Stir to blend. Place leftover seasoning in an airtight container and store in a cool, dark place for later use.
For California Avocado Yogurt Sauce
- Place the avocado in a medium bowl. Mash avocado with a fork until all large pieces are crushed.
- Add the yogurt, lemon juice, sea salt and black pepper. Mix well.
- Place in the refrigerator; let sit for about 1 hour to allow the flavors to develop.
For Jambalaya
- In a medium sauté pan, add the canola oil and heat over medium high heat for 1 minute. Add the onion and cook for 2-3 minutes or until onions become translucent.
- Add the chicken sausage and cook for 3 minutes, allowing the chicken the begin to brown.
- Add the bell pepper and celery and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Add the shrimp and Creole Spice Blend. Mix together. Add the canned tomatoes. Cook for about 5 minutes or until the sauce begins to thicken. Remove from heat and let cool for 2 minutes. Add avocado and stir. Serve with California Avocado yogurt Sauce.
Serving Suggestion: Serve on top of toasted sourdough bread, brown rice, or with roasted vegetables.
Beverage/Wine Pairing:
White – St. Innocent Pinot Blanc, Freedom Hill Vineyard, Willamette Valley
Rose – Des Amis Pinot Noir & Cabernet Sauvignon Rose, Napa Valley
Red – McPhail Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast
NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING
Calories 300
Total Fat 15 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Saturated Fat 3 g
Unsaturated Fat 5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1 mg
Dietary Fiber 6 g
Protein 26 g
Total Carbs 14 g
Cholesterol 165 mg
Sodium 1750 mg
Potassium 560 mg
Total Sugar 6 g
Vitamin A 2299 IU; Vitamin C 41 mg; Calcium 141 mg; Iron 4 mg; Vitamin D 0 IU; Folate 57 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0 g
% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 45%; Vitamin C 70%; Calcium 15%; Iron 20 %; Vitamin D 0%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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