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Fresh New Years Dinner Bowl Recipe with Easy Black Bean Corn Mix

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A quick, easy, and flavorful bowl featuring a smoky black bean and charred corn mix served over brown rice or quinoa, topped with fresh avocado, cherry tomatoes, and a dollop of yogurt. Perfect for a healthy, comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup (150 g) fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa (about 370 g cooked)
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
  • Optional: crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook 1 cup (185 g) of brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions (about 20-25 minutes). Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced red onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic and red bell pepper; cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and tender.
  4. Add 1 cup corn kernels. If fresh, char slightly by letting sit undisturbed for 1-2 minutes before stirring. Cook for 4-5 minutes until warmed through and slightly browned.
  5. Stir in rinsed and drained black beans. Add 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to taste.
  6. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until flavors meld and beans are warmed through without breaking apart.
  7. Turn off heat, squeeze juice of one lime over the mixture, and toss in chopped cilantro if using. Stir and set aside.
  8. Divide cooked brown rice or quinoa evenly among four bowls (about 1/2 cup or 90 g per bowl).
  9. Top each bowl with a generous scoop of the black bean and corn mix.
  10. Add sliced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and a dollop of Greek or dairy-free yogurt to each bowl.
  11. Optionally, sprinkle crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese on top.
  12. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

If black beans seem dry, add a splash of vegetable broth while cooking to keep moist. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Char corn for extra smoky taste. Prepare grains and bean mix ahead and assemble before serving. Substitute quinoa for gluten-free option. Use coconut yogurt for dairy-free version.

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Keywords: black bean, corn, dinner bowl, healthy, quick recipe, New Years, vegetarian, gluten-free, easy meal

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