Masala Bean Burrito Bowl
A hearty bowl of basmati rice, black beans spiced with garam masala, avocado, and tomato salsa.

Total
25 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked basmati rice
- 1 cup canned, drained and rinsed black beans
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 medium, sliced avocado
- 1/2 cup tomato salsa
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Cook the basmati rice: rinse 1 cup of rice, combine with 2 cups water in a saucepan, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 12 minutes until tender; fluff with a fork.
- 2
While the rice cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add the black beans, garam masala, and salt; stir and cook for 4‑5 minutes until heated through and fragrant.
- 3
Assemble the bowls: divide the cooked rice between two bowls, top with spiced black beans, sliced avocado, and tomato salsa; garnish with cilantro if desired.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
460
23% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 14 g |
| Carbohydrate | 68 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 12 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 420 mg |
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