Southwest Grain Bowl

southwest black bean bowl with quinoa and brown rice with a spicy jalapeno dressing recipe.

5 from 1 vote

This Southwest grain bowl recipe is bright, fresh, and loaded with flavor! With brown rice, quinoa, avocado, vegetables, and a sweet & spicy dressing.

Prep Time10

Cook Time0

Total Time10

Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad

Cuisine: American, Southwest

Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings: bowls

Calories: 655kcal

Author: Kelly Jensen

Equipment

Bowl

Ingredients

For the Southwest Grain Bowls

1.5 cup cooked quinoa
2 cups cooked brown rice
4 cups arugula
1.5 cups cooked black beans
1 cup cucumber sliced
1 cup avocado sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 cup jalapeno lime dressing recipe to follow
2 tablespoons pecans to top

For the Jalapeno Lime Dressing

2 limes juiced
2 jalapeno peppers seeds and ribs removed
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup vegan mayo
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon each sea salt and black pepper

Instructions

In a large bowl, add the quinoa, brown rice, arugula, black beans, cucumber, avocado, and cherry tomatoes.
Make the dressing: in a blender or food processor, add all the dressing ingredients and mix on high speed until well combined. Set aside.
Top the salad with the pecans.
Pour the dressing over the salad, and enjoy!

Notes

Additions and Variations

You can add in other fresh veggies as you wish: bell peppers, sliced jalapenos, or corn would all be great additions!

Used a bottled dressing instead of fresh if you like!

Swap the black beans for a different type of bean: chickpeas, kidney beans, or pinto beans would be great substitutions.

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