Description
This Deconstructed Burrito Bowl is a flavorful, customizable, and easy-to-make meal packed with wholesome ingredients. Featuring seasoned ground meat, fluffy rice, fresh pico de gallo, creamy guacamole, and a crunchy tortilla topping, this dish is perfect for a quick and delicious dinner. Whether you’re looking for healthy homemade recipes or easy dinner recipes, this burrito bowl delivers bold flavors and balanced nutrition in every bite
Ingredients
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For the Ground Meat:
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey or chicken)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup water
For the Rice:
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
For the Crunchy Topping:
- 1 cup tortilla chips or strips, lightly crushed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)
- 1/2 tsp cumin (optional)
For the Guacamole:
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Pico de Gallo:
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Rest:
- 1 cup cooked sweet potato chunks or roasted vegetables
- 1 cup fresh spinach or lettuce
- Lime wedges
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Ground Meat:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground meat and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
- Prepare the Crunchy Topping:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Toss crushed tortilla chips with olive oil, chili powder, and cumin (if using).
- Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare the Guacamole:
- Mash the avocados in a bowl.
- Stir in red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Prepare the Pico de Gallo:
- In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño (if using), lime juice, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Assemble the Burrito Bowls:
- Divide the cooked rice between serving bowls.
- Arrange the ground meat, sweet potato chunks, spinach, guacamole, and pico de gallo on top.
- Sprinkle with crispy tortilla topping.
- Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, if using.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
- Customize with additional toppings like black beans, corn, shredded cheese, or hot sauce.
- Adjust spice levels to taste.
- Swap ground meat for lentils or black beans for a vegetarian version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg