Low Carb Burrito Bowl (Print View)
Seasoned meat, fresh vegetables, and bold toppings come together in this satisfying Mexican-inspired bowl minus the rice.
# What You'll Need:
→ Protein
01 - 1.1 lb ground beef or chicken
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tsp chili powder
04 - 1 tsp cumin
05 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
06 - ½ tsp garlic powder
07 - ½ tsp onion powder
08 - ½ tsp salt
09 - ¼ tsp black pepper
→ Vegetables
10 - 1 medium head romaine lettuce, chopped
11 - 1 large avocado, diced
12 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
13 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
14 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
15 - 1 cup cooked cauliflower rice (optional)
→ Toppings
16 - ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
17 - ¼ cup sour cream
18 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
19 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
20 - ½ cup salsa
# Method:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef or chicken, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned throughout, approximately 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
02 - Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper over the meat. Stir thoroughly to distribute spices evenly and continue cooking until fragrant.
03 - While the meat cooks, wash and chop romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and dice the cucumber and avocado.
04 - If using cauliflower rice for added bulk, microwave according to package directions or sauté in a separate pan until heated through.
05 - Create a base layer with chopped lettuce and cauliflower rice (if using). Arrange the seasoned meat on top, then add tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado in sections around the bowl.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the warm ingredients. Top with a dollop of sour cream, a generous spoonful of salsa, and fresh cilantro. Garnish with a lime wedge for squeezing before serving.
# Insider Tips:
01 -
- You get all those incredible Mexican flavors without the carb crash that leaves you napping on the couch an hour later
- Everything comes together in under 40 minutes, making it perfect for those nights when takeout sounds tempting but you know better
02 -
- Dont drain all the fat from the meat after cooking a little bit of those juices helps carry the spices through every bite
- Wait until the last minute to cut your avocado and squeeze some lime over it to keep it from turning brown
03 -
- Warm your plates slightly before assembling the bowl keeps everything hot longer without wilting the lettuce
- Mix a little sour cream into the meat during the last minute of cooking for an extra creamy version