Dairy-Free Taco Bowl

Say hello to your next go-to meal with this vibrant, flavor-packed Dairy-Free Taco Bowl! Bursting with colorful veggies like zucchini, bell peppers, and diced tomatoes, this wholesome dish combines hearty black beans and your choice of brown rice or quinoa for a satisfying base. Seasoned with bold taco spices and finished with creamy avocado slices, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of zesty lime, this recipe is a fiesta in every bite. Ideal for those seeking a dairy-free dinner option, this taco bowl is not only quick and easy to prepare but also entirely customizable with your favorite toppings like salsa or hot sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this healthy, plant-based bowl will leave you feeling nourished and totally satisfied!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 1 cup water
• 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 medium fresh tomato, diced
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 large sliced avocado
• 1 large lime, cut into wedges
• 0.5 cup dairy-free salsa or hot sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 3

Stir in the diced zucchini and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the black beans, taco seasoning, and water to the skillet. Mix well and let simmer for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the flavors meld together.

Step 5

While the vegetable mixture is cooking, prepare the base of the taco bowls by dividing the cooked brown rice or quinoa equally among four bowls.

Step 6

Layer the chopped romaine lettuce on top of the rice or quinoa in each bowl.

Step 7

Spoon the warm vegetable and bean mixture on top of the lettuce layer.

Step 8

Add fresh diced tomato, chopped cilantro, and sliced avocado to each bowl as toppings.

Step 9

Serve each bowl with a lime wedge for squeezing and, if desired, a drizzle of dairy-free salsa or hot sauce.

Step 10

Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2353.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1697.8

Total Fat 66.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3724.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 242.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 65.5g	0%
Total Sugars 28.7g
Protein 52.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 488.3mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 4379.5mg	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: 33.5%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 54.7%