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Vegan Burrito Bowls

Vibrant, nutritious meal packed with flavor. A customizable plant-based recipe with black beans, rice, and fresh vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 2 cans black beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups corn fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 red onion diced
  • 2 bell peppers sliced
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 limes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Start by cooking your rice according to package instructions. Pro tip: Add a bay leaf to the cooking water for extra flavor.
  • While the rice cooks, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add bell peppers to the pan and cook for another 5 minutes until slightly softened.
  • Stir in black beans, corn, cumin, and chili powder. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Prepare your fresh toppings: slice avocados, halve tomatoes, and chop cilantro.
  • Assemble your bowls by starting with a base of rice, then adding the bean mixture and topping with fresh ingredients.
  • Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice and extra cilantro.