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Tex-Mex Grain Bowls

Put out bowls of toppings and let everyone build their own!

By Ree DrummondPublished: May 16, 2020
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tex mex grain bowls
Ryan Dausch
Yields:
4 - 6 serving(s)
Prep Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
45 mins

The secret to tasty grains: chopped cilantro, plus lime zest and juice. Try adding some to your next pot of rice!

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb.

    carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces

  • 1 lb.

    parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces

  • 4 Tbsp.

    vegetable oil

  • 1 1/2 tsp.

    ground cumin

  • 1 tsp.

    chili powder

  • 1 1/4 tsp.

    kosher salt, plus more to taste

  • 1/4 tsp.

    black pepper, plus more to taste 

  • 4 cups

    thinly sliced red cabbage

  • 3

    limes

  • 1 1/2 cups

    quinoa

  • 1 cup

    fresh cilantro, chopped, plus more for topping

  • 1

    small onion, chopped

  • 1

    15-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed

  • 2

    small avocados, sliced

  • Salsa, pickled jalapeños and crumbled Cotija cheese, for topping

Directions

    1. Step 1Preheat the oven to 425˚. Toss the carrots, parsnips, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, the cumin, chili powder, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper on a rimmed baking sheet until well coated. Roast, stirring a few times, until tender and lightly browned, 25 to 30 minutes.
    2. Step 2Meanwhile, add the cabbage to a medium bowl and squeeze 1 tablespoon lime juice over it. Add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper, toss and set aside to soften.
    3. Step 3Cook the quinoa as the label directs. Remove from the heat and fluff with a fork. Stir in the zest and juice of 1 lime and the cilantro.
    4. Step 4Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until softened, about 8 minutes.
    5. Step 5Stir in the pinto beans. Cook until warmed through, about 2 minutes.
    6. Step 6Divide the quinoa among bowls and top with the roasted veggies, bean mixture, cabbage and avocado. Top with salsa, pickled jalapeños, Cotija and more cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
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