Looking for a healthy and fresh dinner to add to your rotation? Look no further than my vegan burrito bowls. They’re packed with colour, flavour and make you feel great after eating them!
What is a burrito bowl?
A burrito bowl contains all the best bits of a burrito, without the tortilla wrap! Burrito bowls are a great way to add extra veggies and protein to your diet, whilst reducing your carb intake. Best of all, they’re completely customisable so great to make for picky eaters and flexitarian families.
Not prepared to ditch the tortilla just yet? Check out my vegan breakfast burritos recipe.
What components are in vegan burrito bowls?
It’s time for an anatomy lesson! Let’s talk about what makes the perfect burrito bowl:
- Rice. I love using my Mexican green rice – its flavoursome and also has some sneaky veggies hidden in it!
- Beans. Black beans are my top choice, but pinto beans also work well.
- Veggies. I’m using roasted peppers and onions in this recipe, but you could also add cauliflower, courgette, aubergine or even sweet potato.
- Avocado. You can prep a quick guac to serve with your burrito bowls or keep it simple and serve with fresh sliced avocado. And if you’re as big of an avo fan as me, you’ll love my spicy avocado toast recipe.
- Toppings. I love fresh lime, coriander and sliced red onion.
Feel free to add tofu or vegan chicken for extra protein. You could also serve the burrito bowls alongside some fries!
FAQ
You could use plain white or brown rice or a tomato-based Mexican rice if you prefer.
I love enjoying burrito bowls hot but you can refrigerate them to enjoy cold later in the week for lunch at work or school!
Prepared burrito bowls will last for up to 5 days in an airtight container in the fridge.
I hope you enjoy this recipe! If you make it, please leave a rating + review below and share your photos on Instagram tagging #shivanilovesfood!
Vegan Burrito Bowls
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- 2 cups Mexican Green Rice
For the roasted veggies
- 1 Red Onion
- 2 Peppers I used one red + one orange
- ½ tsp Sunflower Oil
- ¼ tsp Salt
- ¼ tsp Black Pepper
- ¼ tsp Smoked Paprika
- ¼ tsp Dried Cumin
- ¼ tsp Dried Coriander
- ¼ tsp Chilli Powder
For the beans:
- 14 oz/ 400g Tinned Black Beans or pinto beans
- ¼ tsp Salt
- ¼ tsp Dried Cumin
- ¼ tsp Dried Coriander
- ¼ tsp Smoked Paprika
- ¼ Lime juiced
Toppings:
- 1 Avocado
- ½ Lime cut into wedges
- ½ Fresh Jalepeno sliced
- ¼ Red Onion sliced
- Fresh Coriander for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the rice and set aside. My Mexican green rice recipe is linked below! Turn your oven to the grill/broiler setting and preheat to 220°C/430°F.
- Meanwhile, prepare the vegetables by slicing the peppers and onion into strips. Add to a baking tray with the oil and seasonings and toss to combine. Roast under the grill for 10-15 minutes, checking regularly and tossing the vegetables to ensure even browning.
- Drain half the liquid from the tin of black beans. Add the beans and the remaining liquid to a small saucepan along with the seasonings. Simmer on a low heat for about 5 minutes until the beans are heated through. If your beans look too runny, mash a few beans with a fork to thicken the gravy.
- Slice the avocado, lime, onion, jalepeno and coriander for topping.
- Assemble the vegan burrito bowls by adding rice, beans, vegetables and toppings to your favourite bowls. Enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to add crispy tofu, cooked vegan chicken, or sweet potato to these burrito bowls!
Loved this burrito bowl. I think the green rice made a fantastic addition! Will make it again!
Glad to hear it!
What a great recipe for.a beautiful, colorful, healthy burrito bowl. Can’t wait to try your Mexican green rice recipe, too. Another winner from Shivani Loves Food!
Thanks so much Eliza! Let me know if you like it 🙂
Oh wow! Such a fantastic option for lunch! I love all those flavors and how easily the bowl comes together.
Thanks so much Tara!
I used brown rice and it was as delicious as it gets. All my favourite foods in one bowl! Thanks for the recipe!
Brown rice is a great choice! Glad you enjoyed 🙂
These are just so tasty! Whole family loved them!
YAY I’m so glad!!