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Irresistible Black Bean Veggie Rice Bowl in Just 30 Minutes

Black Bean Veggie Rice Bowl
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A healthy and flavorful rice bowl packed with black beans, fresh vegetables, and creamy guacamole. Perfect for a quick, meatless dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small red onion, diced, divided
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 medium tomatoes, diced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add half of the diced red onion, the green bell pepper, and the red bell pepper. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in the corn and cook for 2 minutes until lightly charred in spots.
  4. Add the black beans, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until heated through.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the tomatoes, remaining red onion, cilantro, and lime juice to make a quick pico-style topping.
  6. In another bowl, mash the avocados with the red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt until creamy but still slightly chunky.
  7. Divide the cooked white rice between bowls.
  8. Top with the black bean and veggie mixture.
  9. Spoon the tomato topping over each bowl.
  10. Finish with a generous scoop of guacamole and serve right away.

Notes

  • Use brown rice for a healthier option.
  • Adjust the spice level with extra chili powder or hot sauce.
  • Add a squeeze of lime for extra brightness.

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