Black Bean Veggie Bowl (Printable Copy)

A nourishing bowl blending black beans, corn, tomato, avocado, and fresh cilantro with lime dressing.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
02 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
03 - 1 cup canned corn kernels, drained and rinsed
04 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Legumes

05 - 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed

→ Herbs

06 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

→ Dressing

07 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
08 - Juice of 1 lime
09 - 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
11 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Optional Toppings

12 - 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
13 - 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese

# How to Make:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey or agave syrup, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and half the cilantro.
03 - Pour the prepared dressing over the mixture and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
04 - Divide the mixture between two bowls. Top each with diced avocado, remaining cilantro, pumpkin seeds, and feta cheese if desired.
05 - Serve immediately for optimal freshness and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 15 minutes with zero cooking required
  • Packed with plant-based protein and fiber from black beans
  • Customizable to your taste preferences and dietary needs
  • Vibrant and colorful presentation makes it Instagram-worthy
  • Perfect balance of flavors - tangy, sweet, savory, and fresh
02 -
  • For the best flavor, let the dressed mixture sit for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld
  • If you're meal prepping, store the avocado separately and add it just before eating to prevent browning
  • Gently massage the dressing into the cilantro to release its aromatic oils
  • For a creamier texture throughout, mash half the avocado and mix it into the dressing
  • Toast the pumpkin seeds in a dry pan for 1-2 minutes to enhance their flavor and add extra crunch
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