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Easy Flavor-Packed Burrito Bowl with Cauliflower Rice

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A quick and healthy burrito bowl featuring cauliflower rice, seasoned ground chicken or turkey, fresh veggies, and a tangy yogurt dressing. Perfect for busy weeknights and low-carb meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium head of cauliflower (about 4 cups riced)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
  • Juice of half a lime
  • 1 pound ground chicken or turkey
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 avocado, sliced or diced
  • Fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
  • Optional: sliced jalapeños or hot sauce
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream (use coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Rice the cauliflower by removing leaves and cutting into florets. Pulse in a food processor or grate until rice-like consistency (about 4 cups). Set aside. (5 minutes)
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground chicken or turkey, breaking it up with a spatula. Sprinkle chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper evenly. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-9 minutes, stirring occasionally. (10 minutes)
  3. In the same skillet, push cooked meat to one side or remove temporarily. Add more oil if needed. Add riced cauliflower, season with salt, pepper, and cumin powder. Cook, stirring frequently, until cauliflower softens but remains fluffy, about 5-7 minutes. (7 minutes)
  4. Return cooked protein to skillet with cauliflower rice. Stir gently. Squeeze juice of half a lime over mixture and stir again. Adjust seasoning if needed. (2 minutes)
  5. In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lime juice, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper to make dressing. (3 minutes)
  6. Divide cauliflower rice and protein mixture into bowls. Top with black beans, corn, diced tomato, red onion, avocado slices, and fresh cilantro. Drizzle with yogurt dressing. Add jalapeños or hot sauce if desired. (5 minutes)

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking cauliflower rice to avoid sogginess; cook in batches if needed. Use smoked paprika for a smoky flavor. Fresh lime juice brightens the dish and should not be skipped. For juicier protein, add a splash of chicken broth or water during cooking. Prep cauliflower rice a day ahead if desired but cook fresh for best texture.

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Keywords: burrito bowl, cauliflower rice, healthy dinner, low carb, ground chicken, turkey, easy recipe, gluten-free, dairy-free option

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