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Black Bean Rice Bowl
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Black Bean Rice Bowl

This hearty black bean rice bowl is a nutritious and filling meal that comes together effortlessly in the microwave. Quick microwave cooking makes this protein-packed vegetarian bowl perfect for busy weeknights.

4.5
8 min
🍴1 servings
🔥420 cal
🔖Easy
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30 second summary

A filling microwave black bean rice bowl ready in under 10 minutes.

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Nutrition per serving

420Calories
16gProtein
72gCarbs
6gFat
12gFiber

Ingredients

1servings

main

sauce

topping

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Instructions

1

Cook the Rice

Cook instant microwave rice according to package directions for about 90 seconds. Fluff with a fork and transfer to a microwave-safe serving bowl.

2

Heat the Beans

Place drained black beans in a microwave-safe bowl with salsa. Stir together and microwave on high for 2 to 3 minutes until heated through, stirring once.

3

Assemble and Serve

Spoon the warm black bean and salsa mixture over the rice. Top with shredded cheese, dollop sour cream on top, and serve immediately.

Substitutions

black beanspinto beans or kidney beans
sour creamplain Greek yogurt

Common mistakes

Not rinsing the canned beans which adds excess sodium and a tinny taste
Skipping the stir when heating beans which leads to cold spots throughout
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