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Vegan Burrito Bowl (Better Than Chipotle!) Recipe

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This Vegan Burrito Bowl is a vibrant, flavorful meal featuring perfectly cooked jasmine rice, fajita-style veggies, and your choice of protein with Sofritas or Mexican black beans. Enhanced with zesty lime, fresh cilantro, and accompanied by charred corn and tomato salsa as well as creamy lazy guacamole, this dish is a nutritious, easy-to-make alternative to traditional burrito bowls, perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Rice

  • 1 cup (190g) white Jasmine rice
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 ½ cups (360 mL) room temperature water
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 medium lime, zested + 1 ½ tablespoons juice
  • ½ tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 cup (16g) fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, chopped

Fajita Veggies

  • 1 ½ tablespoons avocado oil (or oil of choice)
  • 1 medium to large red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced into strips
  • ½ tablespoon fresh oregano, finely chopped (or ½ teaspoon dried Mexican oregano)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Additional Toppings and Sides

  • Sofritas and/or Mexican Black Beans (prepared ahead or store-bought)
  • Charred Corn and Tomato Salsa (recipe included or use salsa of choice)
  • Lazy Guacamole (recipe included or prepared ahead)
  • Chopped cilantro
  • Vegan sour cream
  • Shredded romaine lettuce

Instructions

  1. Prepare Protein: Cook your preferred protein option by preparing Sofritas or Mexican Black Beans. These can be made in advance for convenience.
  2. Make Salsa: Prepare the Charred Corn and Tomato Salsa or use your favorite salsa.
  3. Rinse Rice: Place rice in a bowl and rinse under cold tap water for 1 minute, agitating with your hands to remove excess starch. Drain well using a fine-mesh sieve.
  4. Cook Rice: Transfer rinsed rice to a medium saucepan. Add water, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, bay leaf, and 1 teaspoon olive oil, then stir. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 7 minutes without stirring. Once water is absorbed and rice is tender, remove from heat.
  5. Steam Rice: Uncover the pan, place a clean dish towel over the surface of the rice, then place the lid back on. Allow rice to steam for 10 minutes to finish cooking and fluffiness.
  6. Finish Rice: Remove bay leaf and fluff rice with a fork. Stir in lime zest, lime juice, lemon juice, chopped cilantro, and salt to taste. Optionally, add the remaining teaspoon of olive oil for extra richness.
  7. Cook Fajita Veggies: Heat avocado oil in a large 12-inch frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add sliced onions, green bell peppers, oregano, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp and onions begin to caramelize. Deglaze pan with a splash of water if brown bits form.
  8. Prepare Guacamole: Make Lazy Guacamole or use pre-made guacamole.
  9. Assemble Bowls: Layer cooked rice into serving bowls. Top with Sofritas and/or Mexican Black Beans, then add fajita veggies, salsa, and guacamole. Garnish with chopped cilantro, vegan sour cream, and shredded romaine lettuce as desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • Rinsing the rice removes excess starch, preventing clumping for fluffy grains.
  • Do not stir rice while it cooks to ensure even texture.
  • Using a dish towel between the lid and pot during steaming traps moisture and finishes cooking rice perfectly.
  • Fresh lime zest and citrus juices brighten the rice with vibrant flavor.
  • You can prepare Sofritas and Mexican Black Beans up to 3 days in advance and refrigerate.
  • For vegan sour cream, use store-bought or homemade cashew-based cream.
  • Adjust seasoning and toppings to personal preference for flavor and texture variety.

Keywords: Vegan burrito bowl, Mexican rice bowl, Sofritas, fajita veggies, black beans, vegan dinner, plant-based, healthy bowl recipe

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