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As the sun shines brighter and the days grow longer, summer brings with it an abundance of fresh, colorful ingredients that inspire culinary creativity. The Vibrant Summer Harvest Rice Bowl embodies the essence of this season, transforming simple components into a visually stunning and nourishing meal. This recipe not only celebrates the rich flavors of summer but also promotes a healthy lifestyle, making it a perfect addition to your warm-weather dining repertoire.

Fresh Summer Recipes Inspired Rice Bowl

Celebrate summer with the Vibrant Summer Harvest Rice Bowl, a colorful and nutritious dish that highlights fresh seasonal ingredients. Featuring fragrant jasmine rice, crisp vegetables like cherry tomatoes and cucumbers, hearty black beans, and creamy avocado, this bowl is a feast for the senses. Enhance flavors with a zesty lime dressing and fresh herbs. Perfect for warm-weather dining, it’s a healthy meal that encourages creativity and can be easily customized to fit any dietary preference. Enjoy the essence of summer in every bite!
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Ingredients
  

1 cup jasmine rice

2 cups vegetable broth (or water)

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 medium cucumber, diced

1 bell pepper (red or yellow), diced

1 avocado, sliced

1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)

1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained

½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

Juice of 1 lime

2 tablespoons olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon ground cumin

Optional toppings: sliced radishes, jalapeño slices, or pumpkin seeds

Instructions
 

Cook the Rice: In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth (or water) to a boil. Add the jasmine rice, reduce heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.

    Prepare the Vegetables: While the rice is cooking, prepare your vegetables. Dice the cucumber, bell pepper, and slice the avocado. Halve the cherry tomatoes and prepare the corn (if using fresh, cook it briefly until tender; if frozen, thaw and drain).

      Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

        Assemble the Bowl: Fluff the cooked jasmine rice with a fork and place it at the bottom of each serving bowl. Top the rice with fresh veggies - distribute the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, corn, and black beans evenly.

          Add Avocado & Cilantro: Carefully add the sliced avocado on top of the vegetable layer and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. If you desire, add crumbled feta cheese for a creamy touch.

            Drizzle Dressing: Pour the lime-cumin dressing over each bowl generously, allowing it to soak into the rice and veggies.

              Garnish & Serve: Optionally, garnish with sliced radishes, jalapeño slices, or pumpkin seeds for an added crunch and flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy the burst of fresh summer flavors!

                Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4