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PANEER BURRITO BOWL
- Natasha Kanade
- January 24, 2022
- Easy
- Servings - 1
This recipe is curated to provide numerous health benefits while keeping calories to a minimum. It features powerful, nutritious and simple ingredients.
Ingredients:
- 50g paneer, cubed
- 1/4 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1/4 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup mixed salad greens (e.g., spinach, arugula)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and salsa for garnish
Directions:
- Cook the paneer: In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the cubed paneer and season with cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until the paneer is golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Prepare the bowl: In a bowl, layer the cooked quinoa or brown rice, black beans, corn kernels, and cherry tomatoes.
- Add the paneer: Place the cooked paneer on top of the layered ingredients in the bowl.
- Add toppings: Top with diced avocado and mixed salad greens. Optional—add fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime juice, and a spoonful of salsa for extra flavor.
- Serve: Enjoy your healthy paneer burrito bowl!
Health benefits of the ingredients:
- Paneer: Rich in protein and calcium, supports muscle and bone health.
- Black beans: High in fiber and plant-based protein, supports heart health and digestion.
- Cherry tomatoes: Packed with antioxidants like lycopene, promoting heart health and reducing inflammation.
- Avocado: Full of healthy fats, supports heart health and provides essential vitamins and minerals.
- Mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula): High in vitamins A, C, and K, boosting immunity and bone health.