Molasses-Glazed Collard Green and Black Bean Burrito Bowl

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-25 · Updated 2026-07-25

A lively, plant-based dish featuring molasses-sweetened collard greens and seasoned black beans served over steamed rice with fresh salsa. This Latin American-inspired rice and grain recipe (vegan), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs collard greens, black beans, molasses for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, stemmed and chopped collard greens
• 1 1/2 cups cooked (or 1 can, drained and rinsed) black beans
• 2 tbsp molasses
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 small, diced red onion
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1, seeded and finely chopped jalapeño
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 3 cups cooked white rice
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 small diced red onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 seeded finely chopped jalapeño. Sauté for 4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb chopped collard greens, 2 tbsp molasses, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir well and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes until greens are tender and molasses is slightly caramelized.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans and cook for 5 more minutes until beans are heated through and flavors meld.
4. Step 4: Remove skillet from heat and stir in 2 tbsp fresh lime juice and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.
5. Step 5: To assemble, divide 3 cups cooked white rice into bowls. Spoon molasses-glazed collard greens and black bean mixture over the rice.
6. Step 6: Garnish with additional fresh cilantro or lime wedges if desired for a bright, soulful plant-based meal.