Name: 15 Minute Corn Bean Bowl
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 cup Precooked White or Brown Rice ((microwavable or frozen packet for speed)); 1 can Black Beans (drained and rinsed); 1 cup Corn (fresh, canned, or frozen); ½ White Onion (chopped); 2 cloves Garlic (minced); 4 Mini Bell Peppers (sliced); ½ tsp Chili Powder; ½ tsp Paprika; ½ tsp Parsley (dried); ½ tsp Chives (dried); 1 tsp Taco Sauce; 2-3 tbsp Pickled Red Onions

A grain bowl topped with corn, beans, and fresh veggies.

15 Minute Corn Bean Bowl

This 15-Minute Corn & Bean Bowl is the perfect go-to when you want something quick, hearty, and healthy. With black beans, corn, onions, peppers, and smoky spices served over fluffy rice, this bowl delivers protein, fiber, and flavor in every bite. It’s easy to customize, great for meal prep, and a satisfying plant-based dinner or lunch in 15 minutes

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mexican-Inspired

Servings

Calories 750 kcal

Equipment

Skillet for sautéing
Knife & Cutting Board for chopping vegetables
Measuring Spoons for spices

Ingredients

Base:

1 cup Precooked White or Brown Rice (microwavable or frozen packet for speed)

Protein:

1 can Black Beans drained and rinsed

Vegetables:

1 cup Corn fresh, canned, or frozen
½ White Onion chopped
2 cloves Garlic minced
4 Mini Bell Peppers sliced

Seasonings:

½ tsp Chili Powder
½ tsp Paprika
½ tsp Parsley dried
½ tsp Chives dried

Toppings:

1 tsp Taco Sauce
2-3 tbsp Pickled Red Onions

Instructions

Sauté the Veggies

In a skillet over medium heat, add onion, peppers, and garlic with a splash of olive oil. Cook 2–3 minutes until fragrant.

Add Beans & Corn

Stir in corn, and black beans. Cook for 6-10 minutes, stirring often, until heated through.

Season

Sprinkle with chili powder, paprika, parsley, and chives. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Assemble the Bowl

Spoon hot brown rice into a bowl. Top with the bean and corn mixture.

Finish & Serve

Drizzle with spicy taco sauce and garnish with pickled red onions. Serve immediately.

Notes

⏱ Ready in Minutes – Using precooked or frozen rice packets cuts cook time drastically, keeping this meal truly under 15 minutes.

🫘 Protein Punch – Black beans add 15g protein and 15g fiber per cup, keeping you satisfied.

🌽 Budget Friendly – Beans, corn, and rice are affordable pantry staples, perfect for quick weeknight meals.

🥗 Customizable – Add avocado, salsa, or shredded lettuce to turn it into a full burrito bowl.

Nutrition

Calories: 750kcalCarbohydrates: 153gProtein: 25gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 20mgPotassium: 1041mgFiber: 20gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2291IUVitamin C: 75mgCalcium: 161mgIron: 9mg

Keyword Easy Weeknight Recipes, Fast Casual Eating, Fiber-Rich Foods, Healthy Mexican Bowl, Heart-Healthy Meals, Nutritious Quick Dishes, Plant-Based Dining, Protein-Packed Dinner, Quick Vegan Meals

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15-Minute Corn and Bean Bowls