Mexican Papaya Buddha Bowl

By Australian Papaya

Mexican Papaya Buddha Bowl

Mexican Papaya Buddha Bowl. This nutritious buddha bowl is full of fibre and protein making it the prefect lunchtime meal. 

Ingredients 

1 ear fresh corn

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained

¼ cup fresh coriander leaves

6 lettuce leaves

1 cup cooked brown rice

1 cup shredded cooked chicken

1 small avocado, halved

½ ripe papaya, peeled and cut in wedges

1 spring onion, thinly sliced

1 Tbsp toasted sunflower seeds

 

For The Dressing

¼ tsp sweet paprika

¼ tsp cumin

Pinch (tsp) chilli powder

Pinch (tsp) sea salt

¼ tsp maple syrup

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp lime juice

 

In a small jar whisk together dressing ingredients.

Bring a pot of water to the boil, add corn and cook for 3 minutes. Drain corn and brush with a small amount of the dressing. Place in a pre-heated skillet over medium-high heat and cook for 5 minutes, turning a few times until the kernels are slightly charred. Cut into four rounds.

Divide ingredients into two bowls. Sprinkle with spring onion and sunflower seeds, and drizzle with dressing. Serve immediately

 

Tip: You can substitute frozen corn kernels for fresh and simply sauté them with a tsp of dressing before adding to the bowl.

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