Mexican Rice Bowl

Nutrition per serving (estimate)

Why we like it

Smoky spiced vegetables, lime-dressed rice and creamy avocado give the bowl lots of flavor, and black beans and brown rice make it a source of fiber and plant protein. Fully plant-based.

Ingredients

• 80g brown rice
• 80g black beans (canned)
• 80g corn kernels
• ½ red bell pepper
• ½ red onion
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Juice of 1 lime
• Fresh cilantro
• ½ avocado
• 2 tbsp salsa

Method

1. Cook brown rice according to packet — 25-30 minutes.
2. Dice pepper and onion. Sauté in olive oil with cumin and paprika 5 minutes.
3. Add black beans and corn. Cook 3-4 minutes until heated through.
4. Season generously with salt, pepper and lime juice.
5. Serve over brown rice.
6. Top with sliced avocado, salsa and fresh cilantro.