These Easy Burrito Bowls with Avocado Lime Dressing are healthy, filling and loaded with incredible flavor! Full of fresh ingredients, packed with protein and perfect for meal prep. They take less than 30 minutes to throw together so you'll have dinner ready in no time.
Homemade Burrito Bowls
The best thing about a dish like this is that there is something for everyone. My picky kids can choose what they like or what they don't like! Or feed a crowd by creating a burrito bar! Use this recipe as a starting point, then make it your own by adding some creativity. These bowls are completely customizable!
The creamy avocado dressing is super easy to make, gluten and dairy-free and beyond delicious. Just throw all the ingredients in a food processor or blender! Add the jalapeno if you like some spice, but if not just leave it out.
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Start off by choosing a protein source. You have lots of options in this department!
- Ground beef
- Turkey
- Chicken
- Shrimp
Or, keep it a plant-based bowl by sticking with beans or chickpeas.
Skip the store bought taco seasoning packets and flavor your protein choice with this delicious homemade taco seasoning blend made with just a few pantry staples.
LAYER!
Next, it's time to layer your bowl with all your favorite toppings. Using rice as a base, layer meat, black beans and veggies in a bowl then pour on the avocado lime dressing.
DO I HAVE TO USE RICE?
No! You can choose any sides you want! You can use quinoa, or keep this recipe grain-free by subbing regular rice for cauliflower rice. Or, just throw everything over a bowl of lettuce and call it a day!
Need some meal planning tips? Learn how we make meal planning simplified by using theme nights!
Burrito bowls are super simple and you can make as much or as little as you want. We love to make a lot, so we have leftovers throughout the week. Feel free to get creative by swapping different toppings.
Have you tried this recipe? Be sure to leave a comment below and tag me on Instagram @thrivingglutenfree so I can see how it turned out!
Let's Eat!
Easy Burrito Bowls With Avocado Lime Dressing
Ingredients
In the Bowl
- 1-2 cups Rice or Quinoa cooked according to package directions
- 1 lb Ground Beef, Turkey or Chicken seasoned with Taco Seasoning & ¼ cup water
Creamy Avocado Dressing
- 1 large Ripe Avocado
- ¼ cup Oil I use avocado oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- ½ teaspoon Salt or to taste
- 1 Lime juiced
- ⅓ cup Fresh Cilantro Leaves packed
- ⅓ cup Water plus more for thinner consistancy
- 1 Jalapeno, stems and seeds removed optional
Topping Ideas
- Black Beans rinsed & drained
- Bell Peppers diced
- Tomatoes diced
- Onion chopped
- Lettuce shredded
- Sweet Corn
- Salsa
Instructions
- While rice is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet. Cook & crumble meat. Drain fat if needed. Once cooked through, add taco seasoning plus ¼ cup water. Mix well and keep heat on low.
- Add all dressing ingredients to a food processor and blend until creamy. If you would like a thinner consistency, add more water 1 tablespoon at a time.
- Using the rice as a base, layer meat, black beans, and veggies in a bowl then top with the creamy avocado dressing.
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