Description
Fresh salsa, warm beans and rice, paired with fresh greens and avocado dressing
Ingredients
Bowl
- 1 cup organic brown rice (cooked)
- 1 cup organic black beans (cooked)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup finely chopped cucumber
- 3/4 cup grated cheddar (vegan or regular)
- 2 large handfuls of finely copped baby spinach
- 1/2 thinly sliced avocado (optional)
Avocado Dressing
- 1 cup cilantro, stems included
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 freshly squeezed limes
- 1 green chili, seeds and stalk removed
- 1/4 cup water
- 3/4 / 1 avocado (depends on the size)
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- If you don’t already have cooked rice, get this on the stove now. I always go with 1 cup rice to 2 cups water. This is good for about 4-5 portions, store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Drain your beans (I buy organic black beans in a tin, so much easier!).
- Finely chop your tomato, onion, cucumber, cilantro, and add to a large bowl for mixing. Add a good dash of salt and pepper, as well as your cup of black beans and cooked brown rice when it’s ready. Mix well and set aside.
- Finally chop your spinach and set aside.
- Make the avocado sauce – in a blender, add all your ingredients and blitz. You may need to add more water depending on the consistency.
- Time to assemble – in two shallow bowls, add your spinach, rice and beans ‘salsa’, cheddar, sliced avocado, and a generous dollop of your avocado sauce in the centre. Season and enjoy!
Notes
I have gone with a vegan version for this dish, however feel free to sub the cheese for real dairy. My husband is also a diehard carnivore (lol), so I served his portion with grilled organic chicken. However this could also work with any other protein, that’s what I love about this dish. Adding some delicious chili and lime grilled prawns is a must for me next time! For the rice, I have gone with organic brown rice, but if you prefer a different kind, feel free to use it. Link below for the vegan cheese I used!
https://violifefoods.com/us/product/just-like-cheddar-shreds/
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Lunch/Dinner
- Cuisine: Mexican