Make your Own Burrito Bowls
Table of Contents
- Step 1: Grab some grains
- Step 2: Pick a protein
- Step 3: Vary your veggies
- Step 4: Sauces and seasonings
- Step 5: Top it up
- Pocket guide to the perfect burrito bowl
- Ideas to change it up
There’s a reason burrito bowls are popular. As the ultimate healthy meal, they easily come together in under 15 minutes. Burrito bowls are a family-friendly favorite around my house. When everyone can pick what’s on their plate, everyone is happy! However, burrito bowls are also perfect for a quick meal prep option for weekday lunches.
No matter what, the process stays the same. Here are 5 steps to making the perfect burrito bowl every time.
1. Grab Some Grains
Choose whole grains, such as quinoa, wild rice, or brown rice to make recipes like this Zesty Quinoa Chili. These whole grains are high in fiber, which is good for blood sugar, improves gut health, and makes you feel full for longer.
Zesty Quinoa Chili
2. Pick A Protein
Leftovers like ground beef or chicken are amazing additions to your burrito bowl. You can even add canned beans as a source of high-fiber plant protein.
Make sure to season your protein for the best flavor! Try our low-sodium and salt-free seasonings to make your bowls delicious and heart healthy.
Salt-Free Homemade Taco Seasoning
3. Vary Your Veggies
This is the part you can really get creative:
- Keep your bowl crisp with greens like arugula, spring mix, or spinach.
- Make a warm, comforting burrito bowl with oven-roasted fajita veggies.
- Add pops of color with cherry tomatoes, avocados, cabbage, and corn-the more color, the better!
You can easily meal prep a batch of fajita veggies and chicken to add to your burrito bowls with our Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas Recipe.
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
4. Sauces and Seasonings
Sauce up your burrito bowl with pico de gallo, guacamole, salsa, or a squeeze of lemon juice. Add in some high-protein nonfat greek yogurt – it tastes like sour cream!
You can also try our homemade cilantro lime crema recipe, which uses Greek yogurt to create the perfect creamy cilantro dressing.
Homemade Cilantro Lime Crema
Alternatively, give our homemade guacamole a shot, and you’ll thank me later.
Chunky Guacamole
5. Top It Up
Finally, I’ll add toppings like a sprinkle of low-fat cheddar or cotija cheese. Other topping ideas include fresh herbs like cilantro. If you like spicy foods, consider topping with jalapeños as well!
Pocket Guide to the Perfect Healthy Burrito Bowl
Take your pick from each column. With endless combinations, you can make a burrito bowl every night and never get bored!
| Grain | Protein | Veggies | Toppings | Sauces |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brown rice | Ground beef | Fajita veggies | Cotija cheese | Low-fat Greek yogurt |
| Wild rice | Chicken | Sweet potato | Lemon or lime juice | Guacamole |
| Quinoa | Lean steak | Salad greens | Cheddar cheese | Salsa |
| Pulled pork | Bell peppers | Jalapeños | Pico de Gallo | |
| Beans | Carrots | Cilantro | ||
| Tomatoes | Pickled onions | |||
| Corn |
Change It Up
Your options don’t end with burrito bowls.Change up the flavors with Mediterranean bowls, Buddha bowls, or even our Cheeseburger Bowl recipe!
Cheeseburger Salad Bowl
Conclusion
Burrito bowls are the ultimate easy, healthy dinner for your busy life. Do you think you have the skill to make your burrito bowl taste like your favorite restaurant?
Only one way to find out!
