Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsHighland GrillBreakfast Bowl Recipe

Breakfast Bowl Recipe

Inspired by Highland Grill
Time1h
Serves2

Steamed brown rice with black beans, avocado, baby spinach, roasted corn, and sunflower seeds. Topped with charred salsa, queso fresco, and a poached egg

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Toppings

Method

Preparation of Ingredients

  1. 1

    Cook the Brown Rice

    In a pot, combine 1 cup of brown rice with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 45 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Black Beans

    If using canned black beans, rinse and drain them. If using dried beans, soak them overnight and cook until tender. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Roast the Corn

    If using fresh corn, grill or roast until lightly charred. If using canned or frozen corn, simply heat it in a pan until warmed through. Set aside.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Avocado

    Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Cut it into cubes.

  5. 5

    Prepare the Spinach

    Wash the baby spinach leaves thoroughly and set aside.

  6. 6

    Prepare the Sunflower Seeds

    If desired, lightly toast sunflower seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden.

Cooking the Egg and Final Assembly

  1. 7

    Poach the Eggs

    Bring a pot of water to a gentle simmer. Crack each egg into a small bowl, then gently slide it into the water. Cook for about 3-4 minutes for a runny yolk or longer for a firmer yolk. Use a slotted spoon to remove the eggs and set on paper towels to drain.

  2. 8

    Assemble the Breakfast Bowl

    In a bowl, layer the cooked brown rice, black beans, roasted corn, and baby spinach. Top with the diced avocado, sunflower seeds, a generous scoop of charred salsa, crumbled queso fresco, and the poached eggs. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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