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5-Min Microwave Burrito Bowl

Instant rice, black beans, melted cheddar, and salsa come together in a microwave-safe bowl in under 5 minutes. A complete dinner that tastes like you actually tried.

Total time
5 min
Servings
2
Calories
385
Protein
14g
5-Min Microwave Burrito Bowl
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup instant rice
  • 1 can (15 oz) canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup salsa
  • ¾ cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. 1

    Microwave rice with 1 cup water in a large bowl for 5 minutes until fluffy.

  2. 2

    Stir in black beans and salsa, then top with cheddar cheese.

  3. 3

    Microwave 1 minute more until cheese melts completely.

  4. 4

    Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • microwave-safe bowl, large (3+ cups)
  • spoon

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