Chipotle Lime Beef Burrito Bowl

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground Beef (90% lean, preferably 93% lean for extra protein)
• 2 Tbsp Taco Seasoning (store‑bought or homemade blend of chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, salt)
• 1 medium Red Bell Pepper (sliced into thin strips)
• 1 small Yellow Onion (diced)
• 1 cup High‑Protein Rice (Kaisen or similar) (dry measure; yields about 2 cups cooked; can substitute cauliflower rice or quinoa)
• 2 cups Shredded Lettuce (Romaine or iceberg, washed and dried)
• 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt (full‑fat for best flavor)
• 2 Tbsp Lime Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tsp Chili Powder
• 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1 Tbsp Olive Oil (extra‑virgin preferred)
• 1 medium Avocado (diced for chunky guacamole)
• 1 small Jalapeño (thinly sliced; remove seeds for less heat)
• 2 Tbsp Fresh Cilantro (chopped)

Instructions

1. Prep Vegetables & Avocado

   Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips, dice the onion, and dice the avocado. Wash and shred the lettuce, then set everything aside in separate bowls.

   Time: PT5M

2. Make Chili Lime Yogurt Sauce

   In a small bowl combine Greek yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Stir until smooth and set aside.

   Time: PT2M

3. Cook High‑Protein Rice

   Cook the high‑protein rice according to package directions (usually 1 cup dry with 2 cups water, bring to boil, cover and simmer 12‑15 minutes). Fluff with a fork once done.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: 212°F

4. Sauté Peppers and Onions

   Heat olive oil in the large skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the sliced red pepper and diced onion, sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

5. Cook Seasoned Ground Beef

   Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet, add the ground beef, break it up with the spatula, and sprinkle the taco seasoning over it. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 minutes until the beef is fully browned and no longer pink.

   Time: PT7M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

6. Assemble the Burrito Bowls

   Divide the cooked rice between two serving bowls. Top with the seasoned beef and vegetable mixture, shredded lettuce, a generous dollop of chili‑lime yogurt sauce, chunky guacamole, sliced jalapeño, and chopped cilantro.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

560

Protein

52 g

Carbohydrates

32 g

Fat

22 g

Fiber

7 g