Homemade Chipotle Burrito Bowl Recipe
If you're a fan of the popular Mexican fast-food chain Chipotle, you'll love this homemade version of their famous burrito bowl. This recipe is perfect for those who love a hearty and healthy meal that can be easily customized to suit their tastes.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup of brown rice
- 1 can of black beans
- 1 red onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 1 cup of corn kernels
- 1 avocado
- 1 lime
- 2-3 ripe tomatoes
- 1/2 head of lettuce (Romaine or iceberg)
- 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder
- Salt and pepper
- Vegetable oil
Directions
Here are the step-by-step directions for making this delicious homemade chipotle burrito bowl:
- Cook one cup of brown rice according to package instructions.
- Drain and rinse one can of black beans and set them aside.
- Chop the red onion and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat one tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and bell peppers to the pan and cook until they start to soften.
- Add one cup of corn kernels to the pan and cook for another two minutes.
- Season the vegetables with one teaspoon of cumin, one teaspoon of chili powder, salt and pepper.
- In a separate pan, heat up the black beans and season them with salt and pepper.
- Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit. Scoop out the flesh and mash it in a bowl with the juice of half a lime and a pinch of salt.
- Roughly chop the tomatoes and lettuce.
- Assemble the burrito bowl by adding rice to the bottom of a bowl.
- Add the seasoned vegetables, black beans, chopped tomatoes and lettuce on top of the rice.
- Drizzle the mashed avocado on top of the bowl and sprinkle chopped cilantro over everything.
- Add a slice of lime on the side and enjoy!
Tips
Here are some tips to help make your homemade chipotle burrito bowl even better:
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add some diced jalapenos or a few drops of hot sauce to the vegetables.
- You can also add some shredded cheese or sour cream on top of the bowl if you like.
- Make a big batch of the seasoned vegetables and black beans ahead of time and store them in the fridge for later use.
- Use leftover rotisserie chicken or grilled steak to add some extra protein to your bowl.
By following this recipe, you can enjoy a tasty and healthy homemade version of Chipotle's popular burrito bowl.