Healthy Vegan Mexican Platter

Healthy Vegan Mexican Platter!

If you are looking for a healthy, allergen-free Mexican meal, this is it! I have developed four Mexican style recipes that are designed to be cooked and eaten together to create a Healthy Vegan Mexican Platter. All the recipes are gluten-free and vegan. I have included Mexican Style Rice, Quick and Easy Refried Beans, Fresh Pico de Gallo, and Homemade Guacamole. I like to serve with warm tortilla chips and red leaf lettuce wraps.

Due to the four recipes combined, this meal serves a lot of people, so invite some friends over and enjoy a healthy and delicious Mexican night!

For more healthy crowd pleasing recipes, try my Healthier Vegan Nachos, Chipotle Taco Pasta, or Strawberry Cheesecake Bites!

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Healthy Mexican Platter

Laura Brining

Refried Beans, Mexican Rice, Pico de Gallo, and Fresh Guacamole make the perfect Healthy Mexican Night!

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings 6 servings

Ingredients

  

Mexican Style Rice:

• 1 teaspoon coconut oil
• 1 medium onion diced
• 2 cloves of garlic minced
• 1/2 medium jalapeno seeds removed and minced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 medium tomato diced
• 1 1/2 cups of rice
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro diced
• Juice of 1/2 lime

Fresh Pico de Gallo:

• 2 medium tomatoes diced
• 2 tablespoons onion minced
• 1 tablespoon jalapeno minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice

Quick and Easy Refried Beans:

• 1 teaspoon coconut oil
• 1 clove garlic minced
• 1 small onion diced
• One 398 ml can of pinto or navy beans drained and rinsed
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• Additional 1-4 tablespoons water optional

Homemade Guacamole:

• 2 avocados
• 4-6 tablespoons onion minced
• 1 medium tomato diced
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice

Instructions

 

Preparation Tips:

• Begin by preparing the Mexican Style Rice. Once all the ingredients are combined, the rice will take 20-25 minutes to cook.
• While the rice is cooking, prepare the Fresh Pico de Gallo. This will take 5 minutes to prepare. Set the mixture in the fridge to chill.
• Next, prepare the Quick and Easy Refried Beans and Homemade Guacamole.
• Serve the four dishes together and enjoy with tortilla chips and red leaf lettuce cups!

Mexican Style Rice:

• Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, minced garlic, and minced jalapeno. Saute until onion is translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
• Season with chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add fresh diced tomatoes, rice, and tomato paste. Stir until combined.
• Add vegetable broth and water. Bring rice to a boil, then simmer covered over low heat until fully cooked, 20-25 minutes.
• Add fresh cilantro and lime juice.
• Serve with additional fresh cilantro if desired.

Fresh Pico de Gallo:

• Add tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, and cilantro in a bowl.
• Season with salt, pepper, and fresh lime juice. Stir until combined.
• Refrigerate for up to one hour to allow the flavours to develop.

Quick and Easy Refried Beans:

• Heat coconut oil in a pot over medium heat.
• Add garlic and onion and cook until translucent, approximately 2-3 minutes.
• Add drained pinto or navy beans and season with chili powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Cook over low heat until beans are heated through, about 5-7 minutes.
• Mash beans with a potato masher until you reach your desired texture. Refried beans are not meant to have a completely smooth texture, so it does not have to be perfect. You can add water to loosen the mixture if needed. Start slowly with 1 tablespoon of water and continue until you reach your desired consistency.

Homemade Guacamole:

• Remove pits from avocados and mash until you reach your desired consistency.
• Add onion, tomato, and cilantro. Season with salt and lime juice. Stir until combined.

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