Veggie Burrito Bowl (Vegetarian)
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5
Veggie Burrito Bowl (Vegetarian)
Description
This vegetarian burrito bowl features lightly cooked green bell peppers and red onions seasoned with oregano and salt to retain slight crispness. These vegetables complement the base of cooked rice and chopped romaine lettuce, which provide contrasting textures.
Black or pinto beans add protein and earthiness, while salsa and guacamole bring fresh acidity and creaminess. The shredded cheese and sour cream contribute richness that balances the flavors. Fresh cilantro garnish adds brightness finishing the bowl.
This bowl can be served immediately for a wholesome casual meal and reheated easily if leftovers are refrigerated. It can be adapted by adding sliced cooked chicken or ground beef for non-vegetarian options.
Leftovers store well for up to three days in the refrigerator and can be assembled ahead for convenience.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- 1/2 red onion sliced
- 2 teaspoons oregano dried
- salt plus more to taste, pinch
- 1 cup rice white or brown, cooked
- 3 cups romaine lettuce chopped
- 1 cup black beans or pinto beans
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup guacamole
- 1/2 cup cheese shredded
- sour cream
- cilantro fresh
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add peppers and onions, season with oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Cook 5-6 minutes until slightly softened but still tender-crisp. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Arrange equal parts of rice and lettuce in 4 bowls. Top with fajita veggies, beans, salsa, guacamole, cheese, and sour cream. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with cilantro, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Optional: add sliced cooked chicken or ground beef to the bowl for extra protein.
- Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 351 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 351kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 701mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 837mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 11g | 44% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 3695IU | 74% |
| Vitamin C | 34mg | 38% |
| Calcium | 147mg | 15% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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