Zesty Baja Black Bean & Corn Rice Bowl
Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant shores of Baja with this delightful rice bowl. This dish highlights a medley of textures and tastes, combining hearty brown rice with the sweet crunch of corn, tender black beans, and the freshness of diced tomatoes and cilantro. Infused with zesty lime and a kick from jalapeño, this bowl is perfect as a wholesome main course or a lively side dish for your grilled favorites. It's not only colorful and delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a fabulous addition to any meal. Gather around and enjoy a taste of the Mexican coast for dinner tonight!
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
brown rice
6 cups (cooked)
black beans
1 can (15 ounces) (rinsed and drained)
corn
1 can (15 ounces) (drained)
fresh tomatoes
4 (diced)
red onion
1/2 cup (chopped)
cilantro
1/2 cup (chopped)
jalapeno pepper
1 (seeded and diced)
fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed)
olive oil
1 tablespoon (none)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
black pepper
1/4 teaspoon (freshly ground)
hot sauce
2 dashes (none)
Instructions
1
Begin by cooking the brown rice according to package instructions. Once done, fluff with a fork and set aside.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rinsed and drained black beans, drained corn, diced fresh tomatoes, chopped red onion, cilantro, and diced jalapeño.
3
Add the fresh lime juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and hot sauce to the mixture. Gently toss until everything is well combined, allowing the flavors to marry beautifully.
4
To serve, scoop a generous portion of the warm brown rice into a bowl or onto a plate. Top it with a hearty scoop of the black bean and corn mixture vibrant with color and textures.
5
For a delightful eating experience, mix everything together in the bowl before enjoying this flavorful dish.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Zesty Baja Black Bean & Corn Rice Bowl?
It is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines brown rice with a medley of black beans, corn, fresh tomatoes, and cilantro, infused with lime and jalapeño.
Is this rice bowl vegetarian?
Yes, the recipe is naturally vegetarian and vegan-friendly.
Is the Zesty Baja Black Bean & Corn Rice Bowl gluten-free?
Yes, according to the recipe tags, this dish is gluten-free.
Can this dish be served as a main course?
Absolutely, it is designed to be a wholesome main course or a lively side dish.
What type of rice is used in this recipe?
Hearty brown rice is used for the base of this bowl.
How many ingredients are required?
The recipe calls for 12 ingredients in total.
Do I need to cook the black beans?
The recipe uses canned black beans that should be rinsed and drained before use.
How much corn is needed?
You will need one 15-ounce can of corn, drained.
What provides the 'zesty' flavor in this bowl?
The zestiness comes from 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lime juice and a kick of jalapeño.
Is this recipe spicy?
It has a mild kick from one seeded and diced jalapeño and two dashes of hot sauce.
How should the tomatoes be prepared?
Four fresh tomatoes should be diced before being added to the mixture.
Can I use any type of onion?
The recipe specifically calls for 1/2 cup of chopped red onion.
What kind of oil is used for the dressing?
One tablespoon of olive oil is used to help the flavors marry together.
How do I prepare the jalapeño?
The jalapeño should be seeded and diced before being mixed with the other ingredients.
What is the first step in the instructions?
Begin by cooking the brown rice according to package instructions and then fluff it with a fork.
How do I assemble the bowl?
Scoop a portion of warm brown rice into a bowl and top it with a hearty scoop of the black bean and corn mixture.
Should I mix the rice and beans together?
For the best eating experience, it is recommended to mix everything together in the bowl before enjoying.
How much cilantro should I use?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of chopped fresh cilantro.
Is the rice served warm or cold?
The recipe suggests serving the black bean mixture over warm brown rice.
What kind of pepper is used for seasoning?
Freshly ground black pepper (1/4 teaspoon) is used for seasoning.
Can I serve this at a barbecue?
Yes, it is described as a lively side dish that pairs well with grilled favorites.
How much salt is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
How much rice is used?
The recipe uses 6 cups of cooked brown rice.
What makes this dish colorful?
The combination of yellow corn, black beans, red tomatoes, red onion, and green cilantro makes it very colorful.
Does this recipe include sugar?
No, there is no added sugar in this recipe.
Is this a 'one dish meal'?
Yes, it is tagged as a one-dish meal.
Can I use white rice instead?
While the recipe calls for brown rice for heartiness, you could substitute white rice if preferred.
How many dashes of hot sauce are added?
Two dashes of hot sauce are added to the bean and corn mixture.
Is this recipe nutrient-packed?
Yes, it is described as being packed with nutrients from the beans, rice, and fresh vegetables.
What inspired this recipe?
It is inspired by the vibrant culinary journey and flavors of the Mexican coast and Baja shores.