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Easy Low Carb Burrito Bowl: Delicious and Simple Feast

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This protein-packed low carb burrito bowl features seasoned ground chicken with cauliflower rice and fresh Tex-Mex toppings. Perfect for a Low Carb Burrito Bowl or Healthy Burrito Bowl, it’s ready in just 25 minutes. Enjoy an easy Keto Burrito Bowl that’s both nutritious and flavorful.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground chicken or beef or turkey or plant-based protein
  • 1 packet taco seasoning store-bought or homemade
  • 3 cups cauliflower rice fresh or frozen
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 large avocado diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.5 cup red onion finely diced
  • 1 cup Mexican cheese blend shredded
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 0.5 cup sugar-free salsa
  • 0.25 cup full-fat sour cream
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 whole jalapeño minced adjust to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground chicken breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks for 5-6 minutes until no pink remains and it’s lightly browned.
  2. Drain any excess fat then add the taco seasoning packet with 2-3 tablespoons of water Stir constantly for 2 minutes until the meat is evenly coated and the liquid has mostly evaporated.
  3. Remove the seasoned protein from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes while you prepare the other components.
  4. If using frozen cauliflower rice microwave for 4-5 minutes until heated through For fresh cauliflower rice heat a dry skillet over medium heat and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender but still firm Let cool slightly to prevent wilting the lettuce.
  5. Layer the chopped romaine in serving bowls add a portion of cauliflower rice alongside then top with the seasoned protein diced avocado tomatoes red onion cheese and cilantro.
  6. Finish each bowl with dollops of sour cream a generous spoonful of salsa minced jalapeño to taste and a fresh squeeze of lime juice just before serving.

Notes

  • Double the protein batch and freeze half for next week Store components separately for best results Chop vegetables the night before but keep avocado whole until serving

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