
Nutritionestimated per serving
480
Calories
16g
Protein
82g
Carbs
8g
Fat
About this recipe
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Microwave Rice & Black Bean Bowl
Just a microwave and a fork needed — dorm-room carbs to fill your tank before a game.
6 min
Prep time
16g
Protein
Easy
Difficulty
You're eating in 2–3 hours before your activity. This recipe fits that window, with 82g of carbs for energy and 16g of protein to start recovery — ready in 6 minutes.
Ingredientsserves 1
1 microwave rice pouch
½ cup canned black beans, rinsed
¼ cup corn
2 tbsp salsa
Lime and salt