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Vegan Fiesta Mexican Bowl Recipe
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Vegan Fiesta Bowl

The Vegan Mexican Bowl recipe is a vibrant, plant-based dish combining quinoa or brown rice with black beans, avocado, corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion. It's seasoned with cilantro, lime, salt, and pepper, and dressed with a mix of olive oil, lime juice, cumin, and chili powder. This nutrient-rich bowl is customizable with options like adding grilled tofu, tempeh, jalapeños, or hot sauce for extra protein or spice. It's a gluten-free and meal-prep friendly option, perfect for a flavorful and healthy meal.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Dinner, lunch
Cuisine: Mexican, Vegan
Diet: Vegan
Keyword: avocado, black beans, cherry tomatoes, cilantro, gluten-free, healthy, lime, meal prep, mexican bowl, nutrient-rich, plant-based, quick meal, quinoa
Servings: 2
Calories: 1100kcal
Cost: $10

Ingredients

Fiesta bowl

  • 1 cup of quinoa or brown rice
  • 1 can of black beans
  • 1 avocado
  • 1 cup of corn
  • A handful of cherry tomatoes
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup of red onion finely chopped
  • Cilantro
  • Lime wedges
  • Salt and pepper

For the dressing

  • 2-3 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1-2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 to 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 to 1 chili powder
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Cook the Grains: Start by cooking your choice of quinoa or brown rice.
  • Prepare the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the cooked grains, black beans, avocado, corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion.
  • Add Dressing: Drizzle the dressing over the bowl and toss gently.
  • Garnish and Serve: Finish with a sprinkle of cilantro and a squeeze of lime.