Salsa Verde Black Bean Bowl
with Guacamole and Sour Cream (serves 2 people)
- Milk
Bowls are way past “having a moment.” They’ve officially become a lunchtime staple. Why? It’s simple: everything’s better in a bowl! (Nice knowing you, plates.) But seriously, the customizable combo of carbs, protein, veggies, and a delicious sauce cannot be denied. True to form, this burrito-inspired rendition is fully loaded. Steamy rice is topped with salsa-verde-spiked black beans, chopped fresh tomato, melty cheese, and of course, big dollops of guacamole and sour cream. Customize by adding hot sauce, more salsa verde, and a squeeze of lime juice—after all, you’re the chef! All this in less than 10 minutes? You better believe it.
Ingredients
1 unit
Microwaveable Jasmine Rice
13.4 ounce
Black Beans
7.06 ounce
Green Salsa
1 unit
Roma Tomato
4 ounce
Sour Cream
(Contains: Milk)
4 ounce
Guacamole
8 ounce
Pepper Jack Cheese
(Contains: Milk)
4 unit
Hot Sauce
1 unit
Lime
Nutrition Values
Cooking Steps
Microwave rice according to package directions. Divide between bowls or to-go containers.
Drain and rinse black beans thoroughly; place in a medium, microwave-safe bowl. Stir in half the green salsa. Microwave until warmed through, about 30 seconds. Divide between bowls with rice.
Wash and dry produce. Finely chop tomato. Halve lime. Top bowls with tomato and cheese.
Before serving, microwave bowls until cheese is melted, about 45 seconds. Dollop with guacamole and sour cream. Serve with hot sauce and lime halves on the side for squeezing over. Top with extra green salsa, if you like!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Dec 2025- Flavor: Many loved the tangy green salsa and overall taste, though some found it bland and wanted more seasoning.
- Ease of prep: Customers raved about how quick and simple this 10-minute meal was to prepare.
- Suggestions: Consider adding cilantro, onions, or corn for more flavor and texture; some suggested including tortilla chips for crunch.
- Portions: Views varied; some found it filling while others wanted more rice or felt it was too small for a full meal.
- Rice quality: Several noted issues with the microwaveable rice texture or taste; clearer cooking instructions were frequently requested.
Reviews from our home cooks
This recipe is packed with flavor! My husband and I agreed, we could both do with half the amount of cheese and sour cream, but otherwise, this was a GREAT meatless dinner/lunch option. 10/10 would eat again!
Wow!! The easiest thing I've made in a long time. And tasty! I enjoyed mine without sour cream or guac. Tried it with the tomato but preferred it without. So yummy!! And did I say easy?!!
Black bean bowls are our favorite meal!!! The rice is so delicious and all of the ingredients make this above and beyond tasty.
Love any kind of bowl. This one had lots of flavor and the black beans and guacamole was a great touch.
Such a great 10 minute lunch. The new brand of guacamole is a huge improvement over the one we had in the past.
This was the first time I tried this one. I loved that it was so simple to make and it was also really flavorful. I loved the spice level too; it was just perfect.
The tanginess of the green salsa totally makes this meal! Perfect for lunch during the work week!
These bowls were really good. I had enough for lunch the next day. Very yummy- will order these again. We had them for dinner and it was more than enough!
I really liked this, but I wish it had mentioned seasoning the rice with salt and pepper. It was fine with the salsa on it. I personally need to dice first b/c the rice got a bit cold waiting for my poor knife skills.
Really good !! I would love more quick recipes like this. I did have to add some salt and pepper though. It also needs another serving of rice because it wasn't enough for 2 servings
