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20-Minute Vegan Mexican Chilli (Buddha Bowl)

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  • Author: Somi Igbene PhD ANutr
  • Prep Time: 2 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 2
  • Category: Lunch/Dinner
  • Diet: Diabetic

Description

A truly nourishing one-pot vegan Mexican chilli served with leafy greens, Brussels sprouts and giant couscous to make a hearty Buddha bowl!


Ingredients

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  • 240g cooked black beans
  • Large shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 medium garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1 large handful coriander, leaves and stalks separated then finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Capsicana Mexican smoked cumin & chipotle seasoning mix
  • 2 tablespoons tomato puree
  • 150g cooked pearl couscous
  • 160g Brussels sprouts, steamed
  • 105g baby leaf salad
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat a splash of water or oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic and cook for 2 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in tomato puree, vegetable seasoning, coriander stalks, and spice mix. Cook for 3 minutes, adding more water if the pan gets too dry.
  3. Stir in black beans and a small splash of water, season with salt and pepper as needed, then turn the heat down to a simmer and cook for 12 minutes.
  4. Take the pan off the heat, then stir in coriander leaves.
  5. Serve chilli with Brussels sprouts, couscous and baby leaf salad. Garnish with extra fresh coriander, pumpkin seeds or fresh avocado if you wish.
  6. Enjoy!


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Per serving
  • Calories: 312
  • Sugar: 18.5g
  • Sodium: 456mg
  • Fat: 4.1g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.84g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.24g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 46g
  • Fiber: 23.5g
  • Protein: 22.6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg