Here's a healthier take on a Mexican burrito - a burrito-inspired grain bowl! Hearty, protein-packed and flavourful, perfect to take on a busy weekday.
Ingredients:
1 cup The Little Rice Company brown rice, freshly cooked
1/2 cup black beans (able to use canned) or black lentils
1/2 a bell pepper, sliced
1 small avocado
1/2 cup edamame, shelled
1 tomato, chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon honey
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and pepper
Directions:
If using raw beans or lentils, boil until tender.
Meanwhile, mix tomatoes with lime juice, honey and minced garlic. Set aside in fridge for 30 minutes if possible.
Heat a pan, add oil. Stir fry bell pepper and beans or lentils until warmed through. Add paprika and salt.
Mash avocado and season with salt and pepper.
Assemble bowl: Dish rice into 2 bowls, top each with seasoned tomatoes, beans/lentils and peppers and avocado.