Vegan Banana Blossom Rice Bowl

About this recipe

Delight in a nutritious and flavorful vegan dish featuring banana blossom as the star ingredient. Packed with fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing, this rice bowl offers a unique taste experience for your weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown rice
• 1 can banana blossom, drained and rinsed
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 small red onion, sliced
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
• 1 lime, cut into wedges
• Salt and pepper to taste
• For the dressing:
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon agave nectar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger

Directions

1. 1

   Cook the brown rice following package instructions and set aside.

2. 2

   Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, agave nectar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a bowl to prepare the dressing.

3. 3

   In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sauté the red bell pepper and red onion until softened, about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Add banana blossom and carrots to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated.

5. 5

   Divide the cooked rice among four bowls.

6. 6

   Top with the banana blossom mixture, drizzle with dressing, and sprinkle with cilantro and peanuts.

7. 7

   Serve with lime wedges on the side.