Lunch: Hearty Bean Burrito Bowl

Recipe by Woman's Day Kitchen This deconstructed burrito leaves out the carb-heavy tortilla and subs in brown rice for the usual white; it's a healthier version of the classic Mexican dish.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Romaine Lettuce, Brown Rice

Health benefits of Hearty Bean Burrito Bowl

Romaine lettuce contains chromium, which helps maintain normal blood glucose levels by making insulin more efficient. The chromium in romaine lettuce also promotes weight loss due to its ability to help control cravings, reduce hunger, and control fat in the blood. Brown rice is a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity.

Ingredients

3 tbsp. fresh lime juice
2 tbsp. olive oil
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
Kosher salt and pepper
2 c. cooked brown rice
1 can black beans
1/2 head romaine lettuce
1 c. roughly chopped fresh cilantro
1 pt. grape tomatoes
1 avocado
1/2 small red onion
lowfat sour cream
tortilla chips
Lime wedges
Hot sauce

Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, oil, cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
Divide the rice and beans among serving bowls. Top with the lettuce, cilantro, tomatoes, and avocado.
Sprinkle with the red onion, then drizzle with the dressing. Serve with sour cream, tortilla chips, lime wedges, and hot sauce, if desired.

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