Dairy-Free Taco Bell Inspired Cantina Bowl

Satisfy your Mexican food cravings with this vibrant and wholesome Dairy-Free Taco Bell Inspired Cantina Bowl! Packed with bold flavors and fresh ingredients, this recipe features tender cumin-spiced rice, protein-rich black beans, sweet corn, and juicy cherry tomatoes, all nestled on a bed of crisp shredded lettuce. Topped with a creamy avocado lime dressing that’s completely dairy-free, this dish is both comforting and nutritious. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner, this customizable cantina bowl comes together in under 45 minutes, offering a guilt-free way to enjoy your favorite Tex-Mex flavors. Add a splash of hot sauce or salsa for an extra kick and experience a fiesta of flavors right at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Brown rice
• 2 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 cloves Minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 cup Black beans (cooked or canned, rinsed and drained)
• 1 cup Corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 large Avocado
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Shredded lettuce
• 2 tablespoons Hot sauce or salsa (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice under cold water to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, vegetable broth, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic, ground cumin, and chili powder, stirring for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add this spice mixture to the cooked rice and mix well.

Step 4

While the rice is cooking, prepare the other bowl ingredients. Rinse and drain the black beans, and if using frozen corn, thaw it. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half.

Step 5

For the avocado dressing, scoop the avocado flesh into a small blender or bowl. Add lime juice, 1 tablespoon of chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper. Blend (or mash with a fork) until smooth and creamy. Adjust salt to taste.

Step 6

To assemble the bowls, divide shredded lettuce evenly among four serving bowls. Top each with a scoop of seasoned rice, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, and a dollop of the avocado dressing.

Step 7

Garnish with the remaining chopped cilantro and a drizzle of hot sauce or salsa if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your dairy-free Taco Bell inspired Cantina Bowl!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1642.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1337.1

Total Fat 54.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3689.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 190.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.3g	0%
Total Sugars 25.2g
Protein 41.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 280.2mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 3578.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.5%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 53.7%