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YUMMY Tex-Mex Grain Bowls with Lime Cilantro Vinaigrette.

Savory Baja Bowls (Mexican-Inspired)

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These easy Savory Baja Bowls are fresh, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights. A vegetarian Tex-Mex grain bowl with black beans, corn, and creamy garlic yogurt sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Course
Calories: 527

Ingredients
  

Grain Bowls
Optional Toppings
Garlic Yogurt Sauce (optional, or use plain Greek Yogurt instead)
Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette
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Method
 

  1. Prepare the grains: Start with cooked quinoa and rice. You can make them ahead or use pre-cooked packets to save time.
    ½ cup cooked rice, ½ cup cooked quinoa
  2. Make the garlic yogurt sauce: In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lime juice, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy.
    2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, 2 teaspoons garlic, ½ cup Greek yogurt, salt
  3. Make the cilantro-lime vinaigrette: Blend or whisk together lime juice, agave (or honey), cilantro, garlic, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and olive oil until emulsified.
    ½ cup fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 teaspoon agave syrup, 1-2 teaspoons garlic cloves, ¼ teaspoon salt, pinch red pepper flakes, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  4. Assemble the bowl: Divide the quinoa and rice between serving bowls. Add black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, jalapeno, cabbage, cheese, and cilantro.
    ¾ cup cherry/plum tomatoes, ½ cup grilled corn, ½ cup crumbled cotija, ½ can black beans
  5. Add toppings: Drizzle with garlic yogurt sauce or vinaigrette. Add more toppings if needed.
  6. Season and serve: Finish with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve right away while everything’s fresh and bright.
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Nutrition

Calories: 527kcalCarbohydrates: 59gProtein: 22gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 796mgFiber: 9gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1459IUVitamin C: 29mgCalcium: 296mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Makes about 1-2 servings.

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