Burrito Bowl Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
252 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican-American Fusion
Burrito Bowl Recipe
Description
The Burrito Bowl Recipe starts with a base of cooked jasmine rice mixed with drained black beans and sweet corn for texture and protein. Diced red onion and bell pepper add crispness and freshness. Fresh cilantro along with lime zest and juice bring brightness and a citrusy lift.
The bowl is seasoned with garlic, cumin, kosher salt, black pepper, and olive oil for depth of flavor and is gently tossed and chilled to meld flavors. Avocado is chopped and added last with a squeeze of lime to prevent browning and provide a creamy contrast.
This versatile bowl can be served cold or at room temperature and works well as a snack, side dish, appetizer with tortilla chips, or a light vegetarian meal. For a heartier dish, grilled meats or shrimp may be added.
Leftovers can be kept in an airtight container refrigerated for up to two days. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper before serving to balance flavors after chilling.
Ingredients
- 2 cups jasmine rice cooked
- 2 black bean 15 oz cans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernel drained, sweet, whole
- 1 red onion diced, small
- 1 red bell pepper seeded and diced
- 2 lime both zested and juiced
- ⅓ cup cilantro fresh, chopped leaves
- 2 TB olive oil
- 2 garlic large cloves, minced
- 2 tsp cumin ground
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 1 avocado chopped and sprinkled with a splash of lime juice (chop avocado just before serving, semi-ripe
- salt additional, to taste
- black pepper additional, to taste
Instructions
- In a large serving bowl, combine all ingredients except for avocados. Gently toss ingredients together with a rubber spatula until well incorporated. Cover and chill in fridge for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Add chopped avocados. If needed, add additional kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Toss gently to mix well. Serve cold or at room temp. Leftovers can be chilled in airtight container for 1-2 days.
Notes
- Serve as an appetizer with tortilla chips, a side dish, or a light vegetarian main course.
- Adding grilled chicken, steak, or shrimp can transform it into a heartier meal.
- Chill the mixture before adding avocado to maintain freshness and texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 1-2 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 252 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 252kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 40.5g | 14% |
| Protein | 8.5g | 17% |
| Fat | 7.9g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2g | 6% |
| Sodium | 887.6mg | 37% |
| Fiber | 9.6g | 38% |
| Sugar | 3.7g | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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