Name: Black bean cilantro lime rice bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 1/4 cup basmati rice; 1/2 cup water; 3/4 tsp salt; 1 tbsp lime juice; 2/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 2/3 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed; 1/3 cup yellow onion, diced; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/4 tsp chili powder; 1/2 medium plum tomato, diced; 1/3 cup nonfat Greek yogurt; 3 1/2 tbsp unflavored whey protein powder

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Prep 15 min · Cook 10 min

In a small pot, combine the rice, water, and a pinch of the salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to the lowest heat, cover tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
While the rice cooks, heat a skillet over medium heat with a splash of water. Add the onion and another 1/4 teaspoon of the salt, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic, cumin, and chili powder and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the black beans and half the lime juice to the skillet. Cook until the beans are heated through, about 3 minutes, adding a splash of water if they begin to stick.
In a small bowl, whisk the Greek yogurt, whey protein powder, and 2 tablespoons of cold water until smooth and spoonable.
Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the remaining lime juice, the rest of the salt, and the cilantro. Spoon the rice into a bowl, top with the bean mixture, diced tomatoes, and a dollop of the protein yogurt.

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