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Southwest Black Bean Bowl

A vibrant, protein-packed vegan bowl with seasoned black beans, cilantro-lime rice, and fresh toppings. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
485
Protein
14g
Southwest Black Bean Bowl
americanveganbowlblack beansvegetarianmeal prep

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Dice red bell pepper and red onion. Halve cherry tomatoes and slice avocado. Mince jalapeño.

  2. Step 2

    Juice the lime and chop fresh cilantro.

  3. Step 3

    In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until tender.

  4. Step 4

    In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add red onion and bell pepper; sauté 4 minutes until softened.

  5. Step 5

    Add black beans and corn to the skillet. Stir in cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook 3-4 minutes until heated through.

  6. Step 6

    Fluff the cooked rice with a fork. Toss with lime juice, remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, and cilantro.

  7. Step 7

    Divide cilantro-lime rice between two bowls. Top with black bean mixture, avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, and minced jalapeño. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • medium saucepan with lid
  • large skillet
  • wooden spoon
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • fork
  • serving bowls

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