Tex Mex Inspired Breakfast Bowls (Printer-friendly)
Protein-packed morning bowls with seasoned beans, eggs, rice, and fresh Tex Mex toppings
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 2 cups cooked brown rice, white rice, or cauliflower rice
02 - 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 yellow onion, diced
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1 avocado, sliced
07 - 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
→ Eggs
08 - 4 large eggs
→ Spices & Seasonings
09 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
11 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
13 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Toppings
15 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
16 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
17 - 1/4 cup salsa or pico de gallo
18 - Fresh lime wedges
# Directions:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened and fragrant.
02 - Add black beans, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through and aromatic.
03 - In a separate skillet, cook eggs to your preference (fried, scrambled, or poached) until desired doneness is reached.
04 - Reheat cooked rice if necessary, either in the microwave or in a small skillet with a splash of water.
05 - Divide warm rice evenly among four serving bowls. Top with the seasoned bean and vegetable mixture.
06 - Place one cooked egg on each bowl. Arrange cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and jalapeño slices around the egg.
07 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and fresh cilantro over each bowl. Top with salsa or pico de gallo.
08 - Serve breakfast bowls immediately with fresh lime wedges on the side for squeezing.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Everything comes together in under 40 minutes, even on hectic mornings
- You can prep components ahead and customize toppings based on what everyone craves
02 -
- Do not skip rinsing the beans—I learned the hard way that the canning liquid leaves a strange metallic taste
- Warm your bowls in the oven for a few minutes before serving, because cold ceramic kills the vibe fast
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- If your rice is too sticky, rinse it under cold water before warming to separate the grains
- Let the spice mixture bloom in the hot oil for 30 seconds before adding the beans