Low Carb Burrito Bowl (Printable Version)

Seasoned beef, cauliflower rice, and fresh toppings come together in this satisfying Mexican-inspired bowl.

# What You Need:

→ Seasoned Beef

01 - 1 pound ground beef (85% lean)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 small yellow onion, diced (approximately 0.5 cup)
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced (approximately 0.5 cup)
06 - 1 tablespoon chili powder
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
11 - 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
12 - 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
13 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Cauliflower Rice

14 - 2 cups cauliflower rice (fresh or thawed frozen)
15 - 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
16 - Salt to taste

→ Assembly and Garnish

17 - 2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
18 - 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
19 - 0.5 avocado, diced
20 - 0.25 cup shredded cheddar cheese
21 - 2 tablespoons sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
22 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
23 - Lime wedges for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, and cayenne if using. Set aside.
02 - Heat a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and allow it to shimmer.
03 - Add diced onion and sauté for 3 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and diced red bell pepper; cook for an additional 2 minutes until softened.
04 - Push vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes until browned with no pink remaining.
05 - Sprinkle prepared taco seasoning over the beef and vegetables. Stir well to coat and cook for 2 additional minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
06 - Wipe out half the skillet or use a second pan. Add butter or olive oil over medium heat. Add cauliflower rice, season lightly with salt, and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until tender but not mushy. Keep warm.
07 - Divide shredded romaine lettuce among four serving bowls. Top each portion with seasoned beef mixture.
08 - Spoon cauliflower rice beside or under the beef in each bowl.
09 - Garnish each bowl with halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and shredded cheddar cheese. Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
10 - Serve with lime wedges on the side. Squeeze fresh lime over the bowl before eating for a bright, tangy finish.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes indulgent but keeps you light and energized instead of sluggish.
  • Every component can be prepped ahead and tossed together in minutes on a busy night.
  • The seasoning mix is so good you'll want to double it and keep it in a jar.
  • It's endlessly customizable so no two bowls have to look the same.
02 -
  • Don't skip draining excess fat from the beef if it pools, or the cauliflower rice will get greasy.
  • Let the seasoning cook with the beef for a couple minutes so it blooms and doesn't taste raw or dusty.
  • Add the lime juice right before eating, not during assembly, or everything wilts and loses its punch.
03 -
  • Toast your spices in the pan for a minute before adding the beef if you want even deeper flavor.
  • Use a potato masher to break up the ground beef quickly and evenly while it cooks.
  • Freeze the seasoned beef in portions so you can thaw and assemble a bowl anytime with zero effort.
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