400-Calorie Burrito Bowl (Printer Friendly)

Flavorful low-calorie bowl with cilantro-lime cauliflower rice, chicken, black beans, and fresh veggies.

# What You Need:

→ Cauliflower Rice

01 - 1 1/2 cups cauliflower florets
02 - 1 teaspoon olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
04 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
05 - Pinch of salt and pepper

→ Chicken

06 - 3 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast
07 - 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
09 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - Pinch of salt and pepper
11 - 1/2 teaspoon olive oil

→ Toppings

12 - 1/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
13 - 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
14 - 1/8 cup diced red onion
15 - 1/4 medium avocado, sliced
16 - 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt, 2% or nonfat
17 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
18 - Lime wedge for serving

# Directions:

01 - Pulse cauliflower florets in a food processor until rice-sized pieces form.
02 - Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add cauliflower rice and cook, stirring frequently, for 3 to 4 minutes until tender.
03 - Stir in lime juice, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
04 - Season chicken breast with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
05 - Heat 1/2 teaspoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken breast for 3 to 4 minutes per side until cooked through. Rest for 2 minutes, then slice or dice.
06 - Place cauliflower rice in a bowl. Top with chicken, black beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and avocado slices.
07 - Add a dollop of Greek yogurt, sprinkle with extra cilantro, and serve with a lime wedge.

# Pro Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes indulgent enough to feel like a treat, but your body knows you're making a smart choice.
  • Comes together in 30 minutes, which means you can actually stick with it on weeknight chaos.
  • The seasoned chicken and zesty rice combination hits that savory-fresh balance that keeps you coming back.
02 -
  • Don't overcook the cauliflower rice or it turns mushy and loses that texture that makes you feel like you're eating something substantial—aim for just tender.
  • Season your chicken before it hits the pan, not after; the spices actually fuse with the surface that way instead of just sitting on top tasting powdery.
03 -
  • Use a food processor for cauliflower rice instead of a knife and cutting board—it takes 20 seconds and changes everything about the texture.
  • Toast the cauliflower rice even for just a few minutes; this dries it out slightly so it doesn't turn soggy and feels more substantial in your mouth.
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