Looking for a way to break out of the same old breakfast routine? Breakfast bowls are simple to prepare, versatile, and surprisingly satisfying. Below is an easy Mexican-inspired breakfast bowl I’ve been making lately—dairy-free and vegetarian-friendly if you eat eggs. It’s perfect for a relaxed Saturday morning or a casual weekend brunch.
Ingredients (serves 1)
- 1 egg
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/8 of a medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup cooked black beans, drained
- 3/4 cup sweet potato tater tots (or hash browns)
- Juice of half a lime
- Small handful of cilantro, chopped
- Salsa, to taste
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Method
This recipe is straightforward—cook the components, assemble, and enjoy. Here’s my preferred approach:
- Preheat the oven and bake the sweet potato tater tots according to package directions until crisp.
- While the tots bake, drain and rinse the black beans (if desired), thinly slice the red onion, chop the cilantro, and slice the avocado.
- Just before the tots finish, fry an egg over-easy in a lightly oiled pan over medium heat (or prepare it scrambled if you prefer).
- Place the cooked sweet potato tots in the bottom of a bowl. Add the black beans, avocado slices, and red onion. Squeeze the lime juice over the avocado and beans to brighten the flavors.
- Top with the fried egg, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, add salsa to taste, and season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
That’s all there is to it—quick, colorful, and full of texture. The lime and cilantro lift the richness of the avocado and egg, while the salsa adds a spicy, tangy finish.
Variations and tips
- Lighten it up: Replace the sweet potato tots with extra black beans or a bed of sautéed spinach.
- Make it heartier: Use two eggs and scramble them with the beans and onions for a blended scramble-style bowl.
- Batch-style brunch: Multiply the ingredients to make a large, casserole-like version for a brunch crowd. Serve buffet-style or dish out individual bowls.
- Meat option: For meat eaters, stir in about 1/4 cup cooked chorizo or turkey sausage per serving for added savory flavor.
Photography Amelia Lawrence
How do you switch up your breakfast routine? If you like bold flavors and easy assembly, this Mexican breakfast bowl is worth a try. It’s flexible, quick to prepare, and easily adapted to whatever you have on hand—making it a great option for weekday mornings or lazy weekend meals.