
By Amber Pizano
Mexican Burrito Bowls
These flavorful burrito bowls will become a family favorite! Customize them with your choice of topping ingredients.
Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 07:03:18 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
41
Low
Glycemic Load
25
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories344.7 kcal (17%)
Total Fat6.3 g (9%)
Carbs60.7 g (23%)
Sugars3.6 g (4%)
Protein15.2 g (30%)
Sodium277.3 mg (14%)
Fiber12.9 g (46%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings

1 cupdry quinoa
rinsed

2 ½ cupsno-salt-added vegetable broth
or low sodium, divided

4 tablespoonscilantro
chopped, divided

4 tablespoonsfresh lime juice
divided

0.5onion
large, chopped

2cloves garlic
minced

1 ½ cupsblack beans
cooked, or 1 15 ounce can no-salt-added or low sodium drained

¼ teaspoonchili powder

¼ teaspooncumin

cayenne pepper

1 cupshredded lettuce

frozen corn
thawed

avocado
sliced

no-salt-added salsa

tomatoes
diced

jalapeno peppers
sliced

hot sauce
or sriracha sauce
Instructions
Step 1
Place quinoa and 2 cups of the vegetable broth in a saucepan, bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes or until quinoa is tender and liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Stir in 2 tablespoons of the chopped cilantro and 2 tablespoons of the lime juice.
Step 2
While quinoa is cooking, heat 2-3 tablespoons water in a saute pan and water saute onions until softened and tender. Add minced garlic and saute another minute. Add the black beans, remaining 1/2 cup vegetable broth, chili powder, cumin, cayenne pepper and remaining 2 tablespoons of cilantro. Bring to a boil, then reduce and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is almost evaporated. Stir in remaining 2 tablespoons of the lime juice.
Step 3
Divide quinoa between 4 bowls. Top each bowl with shredded lettuce, black bean mixture and your choice of topping ingredients.
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