BBQ Bean Bowl with Corn and Coleslaw

Here’s a delicious recipe for a BBQ Bean Bowl with Corn and Coleslaw. This hearty and flavorful bowl combines the smokiness of barbecue beans with the sweetness of corn and the crunch of coleslaw.

Ingredients:

For the BBQ Beans:

• Two cans (15 oz each) of your favorite beans (black beans, kidney beans, or pinto beans), drained and rinsed
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• One tablespoon of tomato paste
• One tablespoon of soy sauce or tamari
• One tablespoon of maple syrup or agave nectar
• One teaspoon of smoked paprika
• One teaspoon of garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Corn:

• 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
• One tablespoon of olive oil
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Coleslaw:

• 3 cups shredded cabbage (green or a mix of green and purple)
• One carrot, grated
• 1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise
• One tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
• One tablespoon of Dijon mustard
• One tablespoon of maple syrup or agave nectar
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For Assembly:

• Cooked brown rice or quinoa

Instructions:

1. BBQ Beans:

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the beans, barbecue sauce, tomato paste, soy sauce, maple syrup, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
2. Cook the mixture for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are heated through and the sauce thickens.
3. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

2. Corn:

1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the corn kernels and sauté for 5-7 minutes until the corn is cooked and slightly golden.
3. Season with salt and black pepper.

3. Coleslaw:

1. In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage and grated carrots.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together vegan mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss until well-coated. Adjust seasoning to taste.

4. Assembly:

1. In serving bowls, assemble cooked brown rice or quinoa as the base.
2. Top with the BBQ beans, sautéed corn, and a generous portion of coleslaw.
3. Garnish with additional barbecue sauce or your favorite hot sauce if desired.
4. Serve immediately and enjoy!

This BBQ Bean Bowl with Corn and Coleslaw is a satisfying and wholesome meal with a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Feel free to customize the recipe based on your preferences!