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15-Minute Mexican Rice & Bean Bowl

Warm rice and black beans topped with fresh avocado and bright salsa — a no-cook finish that comes together in minutes. Serve hot or room temperature for an instant weeknight dinner.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
380
Protein
12g
15-Minute Mexican Rice & Bean Bowl
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Warm the rice in a skillet or microwave over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 3 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Add the black beans to the warm rice and stir until combined and warmed, about 1 minute.

  3. Step 3

    Divide the rice and bean mixture between two bowls.

  4. Step 4

    Top each bowl with salsa and fresh avocado slices.

  5. Step 5

    Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • 1 skillet or microwave-safe bowl
  • wooden spoon

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