Savory Vegetable Burrito Bowl

The Savory Vegetable Burrito Bowl is a vibrant and hearty meal packed with colorful vegetables, protein-rich beans, and flavorful spices. It’s a satisfying vegetarian dish that brings a taste of Mexican-inspired cuisine to your table.

Ingredients

• Brown rice - 1 cup
• Black beans - 1 can (400g), drained and rinsed
• Corn kernels - 1/2 cup (fresh or frozen)
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon, or to taste
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Avocado - 1 medium, sliced
• Sour cream or Greek yogurt - for topping (optional)

Steps

1. Rinse the brown rice under cold water and cook according to package instructions (usually about 20 minutes).
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the diced red onion and garlic. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
3. Add the diced red bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
4. Stir in the corn, black beans, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until everything is heated through.
5. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and divide it between two bowls.
6. Top each bowl of rice with the sautéed vegetable and bean mixture.
7. Drizzle lime juice over the top, and garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced avocado. If desired, add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.

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