I call this bowl a “lazy day lifesaver.” It’s perfect for those evenings when you’re short on time but still craving something wholesome and packed with flavor. I mean, who doesn’t love a one-bowl meal where you get all the best parts of a burrito without the fuss of wrapping it up?
💌 Why I Adore This Recipe
- Quick & Easy: Requires minimal effort, and just a handful of staple ingredients.
- Versatile: Works as a great side dish, snack, filling, or topping for salads, burrito wraps, and tacos.
- Protein-Rich: Packed with protein and fiber, making it a healthy snack option.
- Customizable: The seasoning is entirely customizable and can be adjusted to taste.
- Affordable: A can of black beans is inexpensive and available at most grocery stores.
🛒 INGREDIENTS:
👣 STEP-BY-STEP: A Quick Recipe Snapshot
Remember – This is just a quick visual overview. You can find the detailed recipe with exact measurements & instructions at the bottom of this page.
Spice your Beans:
- Step 1 – Drain and rinse a can of boiled beans
- Step 2 – Add salt
- Step 3 – Add Piri Piri seasoning
- Step 4 – Add Taco seasoning
- Step 5 – Lemon Juice
- Step 6 – Mix it up!
Spice your Rice:
- Step 1 – Add Cilantro to cooked rice (day old is better!)
- Step 2 – Add Lemon juice
- Step 3 – Add black pepper
- Step 4 – Mix it up!
Quick and easy Guac:
- Step 1 – slice up a ripe avocado
- Step 2 – Add fresh cilantro
- Step 3 – Add salt
- Step 4 – Add black pepper and finally mash it using a fork or in a mortar and pestle
And for the Veggies:
- Step 1 – Add oil to a pot
- Step 2 – Add Julianne chopped onions
- Step 3 – Sauté the onions for a couple minutes
- Step 4 – Add any coloured peppers of your choice
- Step 5 – Add salt
- Step 6 – Add sweet corn
- Step 7 – Add Piri Piri spice
- Step 8 – Add taco seasoning
- Step 9 – Add lemon juice
- Step 10 – mix it up and let it rest for couple minutes
The Ultimate Black Bean Burrito Bowl: A Flavor Fiesta in Every Bite!
Ingredients
Black Beans:
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp Piri Piri spice
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
Rice:
- 1 cup cooked rice, old rice works as well
- 2 tbsp cilantro
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Guac:
- 1 cup ripe avocado
- 1 tbsp cilantro
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Veggies:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup red onions, julienne cut
- 2 jalapeños cut crosswise into 1/4-inch rings
- 2 cups mixed peppers
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup sweet corn kernels
- 1 tsp Piri Piri spice
- 1/2 tsp taco seasoning
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Optional Toppings:
- 2 tbsp salsa
- 1 handful fresh chopped cilantro
- 1/2 fresh squeezed lemon juice
- sprinkle of shredded cheese of your choice
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice Base: Start by placing a generous spoonful of the cilantro-lime rice at the bottom of your bowl. This fragrant rice, with its zesty lemon and fresh cilantro, is the perfect foundation for your burrito bowl.1 cup cooked rice, old rice works as well, 2 tbsp cilantro, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Add the Hearty Black Beans: Next, spoon in the seasoned black beans over the rice. These beans, cooked with taco seasoning and piri piri spice mix, add a smoky depth of flavor and a satisfying protein boost.1 can black beans, drained and rinsed, 1 tsp salt, 1 tbsp Piri Piri spice, 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- Layer the Sautéed Veggies: Now, add your colorful, sautéed veggies. The blend of red onions, mixed peppers, jalapeños, and sweet corn, all seasoned with taco and Piri Piri spices, creates a spicy, sweet, and savory medley that brightens up the bowl.1 tbsp olive oil, 1 cup red onions, julienne cut, 2 jalapeños cut crosswise into 1/4-inch rings, 2 cups mixed peppers, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 cup sweet corn kernels, 1 tsp Piri Piri spice, 1/2 tsp taco seasoning, 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Top with Creamy Guac: Dollop a generous amount of fresh guacamole on top of the veggies. The creamy avocado, with a hint of cilantro and lemon, adds richness to balance the spiciness from the jalapeños and peppers.1 cup ripe avocado, 1 tbsp cilantro, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Optional Garnishes: Feel free to finish off your burrito bowl with any of your favorite toppings! A sprinkle of shredded cheese, a spoonful of salsa, or a handful of fresh cilantro would all work wonderfully.2 tbsp salsa, 1 handful fresh chopped cilantro, 1/2 fresh squeezed lemon juice, sprinkle of shredded cheese of your choice
- Mix and Enjoy!: Finally, give the burrito bowl a good mix, making sure every bite is packed with the delicious flavors of seasoned rice, beans, veggies, and guac. Grab a fork and dig in!
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