Tempeh & Black Bean Burrito Bowl
A quick, plant-powered burrito bowl featuring spiced tempeh and hearty black beans. Topped with creamy guacamole for a satisfying, hormone-supporting lunch.
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Before you start
Your 20-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet · Saucepan
Time saver
For the fastest lunch prep, use microwaveable brown rice pouches or pre-cook a batch of grains on the weekend.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep black beans (rinsed), cup frozen corn (thawed), Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
Gather as you go
Ingredients
From Your Pantry
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Next: Crumble the tempeh into roughly 1/2-inch bite-sized…
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Crumble the tempeh into roughly 1/2-inch bite-sized…
Crumble the tempeh into roughly 1/2-inch bite-sized pieces using your hands.
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Heat the olive oil in a skillet…
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the crumbled tempeh along with the salt, black pepper, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder. Sauté for 7 to 8 minutes until the edges are golden and slightly crispy.
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While the tempeh cooks
While the tempeh cooks, warm the brown rice, black beans, and corn in the microwave or a separate small saucepan until heated through.
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Divide the warm rice
Divide the warm rice, black beans, corn, and spiced tempeh between two serving bowls.
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Top each bowl with a hearty scoop…
Top each bowl with a hearty scoop of guacamole. If using, add a squeeze of fresh lime juice and a sprinkle of cilantro right before eating.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
For the fastest lunch prep
For the fastest lunch prep, use microwaveable brown rice pouches or pre-cook a batch of grains on the weekend.
If you find tempeh has a…
If you find tempeh has a slightly bitter flavor, steaming the block in a basket over boiling water for 10 minutes before pan-frying will completely mellow the taste.
Store the tempeh
Store the tempeh, rice, and beans in the fridge for up to 4 days. Keep the guacamole separate and add it fresh right before eating to prevent browning.
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