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Burrito Bowl with Chipotle Lime

Fluffy cilantro rice topped with seasoned black beans, crispy roasted peppers, and a smoky chipotle-lime crema. Customize with avocado, jalapeño, or cotija cheese for a restaurant-quality meal in under 25 minutes.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
485
Protein
14g
Burrito Bowl with Chipotle Lime
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cook rice according to package directions. Once cooked, stir in half the cilantro and the juice of half a lime.

  2. Step 2

    Blend sour cream, chipotle peppers, remaining lime juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Set aside.

  3. Step 3

    Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, ~90 seconds.

  4. Step 4

    Add sliced peppers and cook without stirring for 3 minutes until edges start to char and soften.

  5. Step 5

    Stir peppers and cook 2 more minutes until tender and caramelized. Transfer to a plate.

  6. Step 6

    Add remaining oil to the skillet, then add black beans. Warm through, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes.

  7. Step 7

    Divide rice between bowls. Top with warm black beans and roasted peppers.

  8. Step 8

    Drizzle chipotle crema over the top and garnish with remaining cilantro. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • pot or rice cooker
  • blender or immersion blender
  • large skillet (12-inch)
  • wooden spoon or spatula

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