While we love a good Burrito, sometimes it’s fun to mix things up a bit. Today’s burrito bowl is a great way to do this! Today’s version is fresh, colorful, and packed with all your favorite Mexican inspired flavors in one easy to customize meal.
We love that this is a great dinner recipe you can make with just a few ingredients! Layered with Cilantro Lime Rice, crisp romaine, black beans, corn, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and drizzled with bold cilantro ranch dressing, it is hearty and satisfying without feeling heavy.
If you love Bean Burritos, this deconstructed burrito bowl is for you! For more build your own meals like this, be sure to try Taco Salad and Chicken Burrito Bowl.
Why we think you’ll love it:
- Great for meal prep. We love to make everything and assemble bowls to have through out the week.
- For busy nights. This dish is assembled in minutes, especially if you’ve prepped the ingredients ahead of time! It works great for meal prep lunches.
- Make it yours. It is easy to customize for picky eaters. Make it low carb or customize it with your favorite toppings.
Burrito Bowl Ingredients
- Cilantro Lime Rice (4 cups): Creates a flavorful base that ties everything together. See our Cilantro Lime Rice recipe; long grain white rice, diced green chilies, cilantro, salted butter, chicken broth, lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste
- Romaine lettuce (3 cups, chopped): Adds freshness and crunch.
- Corn (1 can, 15.25-ounce, drained): Adds sweetness and texture. Or use kernels from Grilled Corn on the Cob.
- Black beans (1 can, 15-ounce, drained and rinsed): Adds protein and hearty flavor.
- Roma tomatoes (2, diced): Adds juiciness and brightness.
- Avocado (1, diced): Adds creaminess and richness.
Dressing
- Fresh cilantro (2 tablespoons): Enhances freshness and flavor.
- Ranch dressing mix (1 packet or 3 tablespoons): Gives bold seasoning to the dressing.
- Mayonnaise (1 cup): Creates a creamy base for the dressing.
- Sour cream (1 cup): Adds tang and smoothness.
- Cilantro (1 bunch): Brings fresh herb flavor to the dressing.
- Minced garlic (1 teaspoon): Adds savory depth.
- Jalapeños (1-3 teaspoons, diced): Adds adjustable heat.
- Milk (⅔ cup): Thins the dressing to a smooth, drizzle friendly consistency.
How to Make a Burrito Bowl
DRESSING. Blend all ingredients in the blender. Add milk until it’s the desired consistency.
ASSEMBLE. Divide the rice mixture with lettuce, corn, black beans, tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro. Drizzle with cilantro ranch dressing right before serving. Serve as is or with a side of Homemade Tortilla Chips.
Kristyn’s Recipe Tips
- Prep all toppings ahead of time for easy assembly. This makes a great meal prep lunch!
- Store dressing separately if meal prepping.
- Drain beans and corn well to prevent excess moisture.
- Add more or fewer jalapeños (keep or remove seeds) based on your preferred spice level.
- Add grilled chicken or steak for extra protein.
Burrito Bowl Recipe
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Ingredients
Burrito Bowl
- 4 cups Cilantro Lime Rice, homemade or store bought
- 3 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 (15.25-ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 roma tomatoes, diced
- 1 avocado, halved, seeded and diced
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, freshly chopped
Cilantro Ranch Dressing
- 1 packet Ranch Dressing mix, (or 3 tbsp of mix)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 bunch cilantro
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1-3 teaspoon jalapeños, diced
- ⅔ cup milk
Instructions
- Make dressing by blending all ingredients in the blender. Add milk until it's the consistency you want.
- Assemble bowls by dividing rice mixture with lettuce, corn, black beans, tomatoes, avocado and cilantro.
- Drizzle with Cilantro Ranch Dressing right before serving.
Notes
- Prep all toppings ahead of time for easy assembly. This makes a great meal prep lunch!
- Store dressing separately if meal prepping.
- Drain beans and corn well to prevent excess moisture.
- Add more or fewer jalapeños (keep or remove seeds) based on your preferred spice level.
- Add grilled chicken or steak for extra protein.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
Aside from the avocado, you can prep the different ingredients the day before and store them in separate containers in the fridge. Before serving, dice the avocado and toss the elements together.
Keep leftovers in different containers so they last longer. If the bowls have already been mixed, cover and keep in the fridge for 2-3 days. Unused dressing can last in an airtight container in the fridge for 7-10 days.
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This recipe was first shared April 2022.
I make this all the time and it’s so great for meal, prep and for dinner!
this is something that I prep for the week and have for lunch everyday! thank you so much for sharing this amazing recipe!
The combination of zesty cilantro lime rice, fresh veggies, and creamy cilantro ranch dressing is so good! Everybody in the family loved it.
I make these all the time. They are my favorite! I leave out the cilantro and jalapeños because I’m not a fan but it’s still so good and it works on my Weight Watchers too!
Such a wonderful lunch …flavour and 19 year old Granddaughter loves after working out
The cilantro rice really gave this bowl a great flavor. its easy to make and filling
This tasted so amazing! Thanks a lot for sharing this super easy to make burrito bowl recipe! Fam really loves it! Will surely have this again! Highly recommended!
These burrito bowls are so popular right now. I love the taste and dont really miss the tortilla.
I love any kind of bowls. They are always so filling & delicious!! This one does not disappoint!