Ingredients
- Cooked Brown Rice: 1 cup
- Bell Peppers (sliced, various colors): 2 medium
- Red Onion (sliced): 1/2 medium
- Canned Black Beans (rinsed and drained): 1/2 cup
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon
- Fajita Seasoning (or blend of chili powder and cumin): 1 teaspoon
- Avocado (diced): 1/2 medium
- Fresh Lime Juice: 1 tablespoon
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the sliced bell peppers and red onion, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Step 2: Sprinkle the fajita seasoning over the vegetables, ensuring they are evenly coated. Continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender-crisp and slightly charred. Remove from heat.
- Step 3: Prepare the bowl base: Divide the cooked brown rice between the serving bowls, placing it on one side of the bowl. Next, add the rinsed black beans to the bowls, placing them adjacent to the rice.
- Step 4: Assemble the Buddha Bowl: Arrange the cooked fajita vegetables neatly in the bowls. Add the diced avocado as a final topping in its own section of the bowl.
- Step 5: Finish the dish: Squeeze or drizzle the fresh lime juice over the fajita vegetables and avocado sections just before serving to add brightness. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Keep the leftover rice, beans, and cooked veggies in an airtight container for up to 3 days, but remember to dice and add the avocado only when serving to prevent browning.
- To gently reheat the bowl base, microwave the rice and fajita vegetables with a tablespoon of water, covered loosely, until warmed through to prevent the rice from drying out.
- For a richer finish, serve this bowl with a generous dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream mixed with a dash of chipotle powder, or add a handful of crushed tortilla chips for crunch.
- A true chef’s secret for great fajita veggies is high heat: don't overcrowd the pan and allow the peppers and onions to develop a slight char for maximum savory flavor and tender-crisp texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American