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Grilled Veggie Burrito Bowls with Black Beans & Green Rice

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Grilled Veggie Burrito Bowls with Black Beans & Green Rice. This deliciously customizable dish combines an array of grilled vegetables, hearty black beans, and creamy green rice that’s infused with fresh lime and cilantro. Perfect for lunch or dinner, these burrito bowls are not only a feast for the taste buds but also support a healthy lifestyle with their abundance of plant-based ingredients. Easily prepare them in under an hour for a satisfying meal prep option that keeps well throughout the week. Dive into the delight of fresh, colorful veggies layered over nutritious grains in a bowl that brings joy to every bite!

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil or high smoke point vegetable oil of choice
  • 2 ears sweet corn, husked
  • 3 large bell peppers (color of choice), sliced from stem into 3–4 flat planks
  • 2 red onions, peeled & sliced into ⅛ths (with root end intact)
  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled as desired & sliced into ½-inch rounds (crosswise) or planks (lengthwise)
  • 1 (one) 15-ounce can black beans, drained & rinsed
  • kosher salt & ground black pepper, to season
  • Green rice (recipe below)
  • Pico de gallo or salsa of choice
  • Chopped lettuce
  • Finely chopped cilantro
  • Sour cream or cashew crema
  • Guacamole or mashed avocado
  • Lime wedges
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice or rice of choice
  • 1 large avocado
  • 2 jalapeños, deseeded as desired & roughly chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 cup loosely packed cilantro leaves & tender stems
  • 2 large, juicy limes, juiced (about ¼ cup juice)
  • ¼ cup water

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high (450–500°F).
  2. Prepare green rice by blending avocado, jalapeños, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and water until smooth. Mix with cooked brown rice.
  3. Toss corn, bell peppers, onions, and sweet potato in avocado oil and seasonings. Grill for 3–4 minutes per side until charred and tender.
  4. Assemble bowls by layering green rice, grilled veggies, black beans, and desired toppings.

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