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Burrito Bowl

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 568kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup Quinoa
  • 2 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
  • 6 oz Ground beef
  • 1 tbsp Taco seasoning store bought or make your own (see below)
  • 1/2 cup Black beans drained
  • 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup Tomato diced small
  • 2 tbsp Red onion minced
  • 1 tbsp Fresh cilantro chopped, plus more for garnish
  • 1/2 tsp Lime juice
  • 1 Avocado pitted and sliced
  • 1 oz Tortilla chips
  • 2 tsp Sour cream optional
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Instructions

  • Season the quinoa with salt and pepper in a saucepan. Add the recommended water according to the instructions on the package and cook using the instructions. Once done keep covered with a lid to keep warm
  • Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the oil and brown the beef in the pan with the taco seasoning (to taste), breaking it up into smaller pieces until it is no longer pink. Add in the beans and a few tablespoons of water, reduce the heat to medium low. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let simmer until the flavor concentrates. Stir in 1/2 of the cheese until melted.
  • In a bowl mix the tomatoes, onion, cilantro, lime juice and season with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon the beef mixture over the quinoa, top with avocado, tomato mixture, and remaining cheese. Garnish with cilantro. Serve with chips and sour cream if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 568kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 819mg | Potassium: 805mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1192IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 267mg | Iron: 3mg