Heart-Healthy Veggie Chipotle Bowl
Bursting with vibrant flavors and packed with nourishing ingredients, the Heart-Healthy Veggie Chipotle Bowl is your go-to recipe for wholesome eating and bold taste! This nutrient-rich dish features a base of fluffy quinoa and crisp mixed greens, topped with a savory blend of black beans, sweet corn, sautéed bell peppers, and red onions seasoned with smoky chipotle chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and fresh cilantro provide added layers of texture and flavor, while a zesty lime dressing ties it all together. Perfect for meal prep or a quick, satisfying dinner, this plant-based bowl is ready in under 40 minutes and loaded with fiber, protein, and heart-healthy fats. Indulge guilt-free and boost your healthy eating routine with this delicious veggie chipotle creation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup black beans (low-sodium, canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained if canned)
- 1 medium bell pepper (diced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 medium avocado (sliced or diced)
- 0.25 cup red onion (finely diced)
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 medium lime (juiced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups mixed greens or spinach
Instructions
Rinse the quinoa in a fine mesh strainer under cold water to remove any bitterness. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
While the quinoa cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the diced bell pepper and red onion, and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add the sweet corn, black beans, chipotle chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir well and cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Remove from heat.
In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of olive oil, the juice of 1 lime, and a pinch of salt to make a simple lime dressing.
To assemble the bowl, start with a base of mixed greens or spinach (about 2 cups per serving). Add a scoop of quinoa, followed by the sautéed veggie-bean mixture. Top with cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, and fresh cilantro.
Drizzle the lime dressing over the bowl just before serving. Optionally, serve with lime wedges on the side for additional zest.
Enjoy your heart-healthy veggie chipotle bowl!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1662 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.9 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2857 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 211.3 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.6 g | 149% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.7 g | ||
| Protein | 54.5 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 302 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 3339 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
