Classic Burrito Bowl
Loaded with cilantro-lime rice, black beans, and all the fixings
Two Proteins, One Meal
Ingredients
Shared Base
Both partners cook these together
- •1 cup jasmine rice
- •15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
- •1 bell pepper, diced
- •½ red onion, diced
- •¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- •2 lime
- •1 avocado
- •½ cup salsa
Vegan Path
Crispy Tofu
- •14 oz extra-firm tofu, cubed
- •1 tsp chili powder
- •½ tsp smoked paprika
Omnivore Path
Grilled Chicken
- •1 lb chicken breast
- •1 tsp cumin
- •¼ cup sour cream
Instructions
Cook Together
- 1
Cook rice according to package directions. Fluff and stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro.
- 2
Warm black beans in a small saucepan with a pinch of cumin and salt.
- 3
Sauté diced bell pepper and red onion in olive oil over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Dice the avocado and prepare the salsa.
Vegan Path
- 1
Press tofu for 10 minutes, then cube. Toss with chili powder, smoked paprika, and a drizzle of oil.
- 2
Pan-fry tofu in a hot skillet until golden and crispy on all sides, about 8 minutes.
- 3
Assemble bowls: rice, beans, peppers, tofu, avocado, and salsa.
Omnivore Path
- 1
Season chicken breast with cumin, salt, and pepper. Grill or pan-sear over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- 2
Let chicken rest 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
- 3
Assemble bowls: rice, beans, peppers, chicken, avocado, salsa, and a dollop of sour cream.
Nutrition (per serving)
Vegan Version
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 24g
- Carbs
- 72g
- Fat
- 16g
- Fiber
- 14g
Omnivore Version
- Calories
- 580
- Protein
- 38g
- Carbs
- 68g
- Fat
- 14g
- Fiber
- 12g
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