Quinoa Burrito Bowls

Quinoa Burrito Bowls
  • Author: Gaby Dalkin

This vibrant quinoa burrito bowl is a celebration of fresh flavors and textures. Each bite is a delightful medley of fluffy quinoa, hearty refried black beans, succulent shredded Mexican chicken, and a burst of colorful toppings including vibrant tomatoes, gooey shredded cheese, zesty chipotle guacamole, smoky chipotle salsa, and a dollop of creamy crema. The bowls are then garnished with a sprinkle of chives and cilantro, adding a pop of freshness to the dish. Enjoy this nutritious and satisfying meal that will transport your taste buds to a fiesta of flavors!

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 2 cups quick refried black beans (recipe below)
  • 2 cups shredded mexican chicken
  • Tomatoes
  • Shredded cheese
  • 1 recipe chipotle guacamole
  • 1 cup chipotle salsa
  • Chives
  • Cilantro
  • Crema
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 15 ounces canned black beans
  • 1/3 cup water

Instructions

  • Divide the quinoa into 4 serving bowls.
  • Spoon 1/2 cup of the black beans on top of each portion of quinoa, followed by equal amounts of the cooked ground chicken taco mixture.
  • Add toppings to the quinoa burrito bowls and serve immediately.

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Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 g
  • Calories: 613 kcal
  • Carbohydrate Content: 61 g
  • Protein Content: 40 g
  • Fat Content: 26 g
  • Saturated Fat Content: 8 g
  • Trans Fat Content: 0.1 g
  • Cholesterol Content: 119 mg
  • Sodium Content: 655 mg
  • Fiber Content: 14 g
  • Sugar Content: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat Content: 16 g