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Fresh New Years Eve Dinner Bowl with Black Bean and Roasted Carrots

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A comforting and vibrant bowl featuring smoky roasted carrots, hearty black beans, and fresh veggies, perfect for a healthy and easy New Year’s Eve meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 3–4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or rounds
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder or 1 clove fresh garlic minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
  • Juice of 1 fresh lime
  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced or diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Handful of fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 avocado, sliced (optional but recommended)
  • Optional toppings: crumbled feta, toasted pumpkin seeds, or a drizzle of tahini

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Peel and cut carrots into ½ inch thick sticks or rounds. Toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (if using), salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread carrots evenly on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
  4. While carrots roast, drain and rinse black beans. In a bowl, combine beans with 1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
  5. Cook quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
  6. Thinly slice red onion, halve cherry tomatoes, chop cilantro, and slice avocado just before serving.
  7. Assemble the bowl by placing a generous scoop of quinoa or rice at the bottom, then add roasted carrots and seasoned black beans on top.
  8. Scatter fresh veggies and cilantro over the bowl, squeeze fresh lime juice across everything, and add avocado slices.
  9. Add optional toppings like crumbled feta, toasted pumpkin seeds, or drizzle tahini if desired.
  10. Serve immediately while carrots are warm and avocado is creamy, or at room temperature.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the baking sheet to ensure even caramelization of carrots. Flip carrots halfway through roasting. For more heat, add cayenne to the bean mix. Leftovers store well for up to 3 days; reheat carrots separately to preserve texture. Substitute quinoa with couscous or brown rice, or use cauliflower rice for a grain-free option. Omit feta for a vegan version.

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Keywords: black bean bowl, roasted carrots, healthy dinner, vegan dinner, gluten-free, quinoa bowl, easy meals, New Year's Eve recipe

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