This delicious Fajita Buddha Bowl combines the bold flavors of fajitas with nutritious ingredients to create a healthy and satisfying meal. Packed with colorful vegetables, protein-rich beans, and zesty spices, this bowl is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a nutritious lunch option. The recipe is easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Dig into this flavorful bowl to enjoy a wholesome and fulfilling dining experience.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cooked black beans
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Directions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced bell pepper and red onion to the skillet and sauté until they begin to soften.
- Stir in the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add the cooked black beans to the skillet and heat through.
- In a bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, and mixed greens.
- Drizzle the lime juice over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
- Divide the quinoa mixture among serving bowls and top with the sautéed bell peppers, onions, and black beans.
- Garnish with sliced avocado and fresh cilantro.
- Serve the fajita buddha bowls immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Buddha bowls are named after their resemblance to the rounded bellies of Buddhist monks.
Quinoa is a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids.
This recipe is packed with vitamins and minerals from the variety of colorful vegetables.
Fajitas are a Tex-Mex dish that originated in the 1930s.
Avocado is a great source of healthy fats and adds a creamy texture to this bowl.