Tex Mex Inspired Breakfast Bowls (Printable)
Protein-packed bowls with spiced beans, eggs, and fresh toppings
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 2 cups cooked brown rice (or white rice, or cauliflower rice for low carb)
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 (optional)
→ Eggs
08 - 4 large eggs
→ Spices & Seasonings
09 - 1 tsp chili powder
10 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
11 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
12 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
13 - Salt and pepper, to taste
14 - 1 tbsp 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 - Lime wedges, for serving
# How-To Steps:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened.
02 - Add the black beans, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
03 - In a separate skillet, cook the eggs to your liking (fried, scrambled, or poached).
04 - Warm the cooked rice as needed.
05 - To assemble, divide rice among four bowls. Top each with the bean and veggie mixture.
06 - Add an egg to each bowl.
07 - Top with cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, jalapeño, cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro, and salsa.
08 - Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Everything cooks in one skillet while the rice warms up, making weekday mornings feel like a weekend treat
- The combination of warm spiced beans and fresh cool toppings hits every craving spot
02 -
- The bean mixture can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to three days, just reheat it gently before assembling
- Runny egg yolks act as a rich sauce, so serve these bowls immediately while the eggs are still warm
03 -
- Toast your spices in the hot pan for thirty seconds before adding the beans to deepen their flavor
- Use a potato masher to lightly smash some of the beans if you want a creamier texture