Chipotle At Home
Chipotle At Home
Feeling the craving of the one and only Chipotle, yet don’t want to spend the money for it? Look no further, because Veg.Ge has created a build your own Chipotle Burrito Bowl at home with all the fixings included! This vegan burrito bowl consists of cilantro lime rice, beans, fajita veggies, corn salsa, pico de gallo, and guac (which isn’t extra!)
Cilantro Lime Rice
(Serves 1)
Ingredients:
-1 cup of brown or white rice
-3 tablespoons of chopped cilantro
-juice of 1/2 a lime
-1 tablespoon of salt to season
Directions:
Prepare the rice as stated on the box for directions. When cooked and still warm, add the chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Stir to combine throughout and keep warm until ready to serve!
Black/Pinto Beans
(Serves 1)
Ingredients:
-1/2 cup of unseasoned and cooked black or pinto beans
-1 tablespoon of tomato sauce
-2 tablespoons of chipotle hot sauce
-1/2 tablespoon of chili powder
-1/2 tablespoon of cumin
-salt and pepper to season
Directions:
In a small pot combine all ingredients and stir. Let this mixture cook on low heat for about 5-10 minutes until the beans are fully warmed and the sauce has thickened, keep warm until you’re ready to build your bowl!
Fajita Vegetables
(Serves 1)
Ingredients:
-1 tablespoon of olive oil
-1/2 of a sliced green bell pepper
-1/2 of a sliced red onion
-1 clove of minced garlic
-salt and pepper to season
Directions:
In a small sauté pan on medium high heat, heat the olive oil until it sizzles. Add the peppers, onions, and garlic and cook until they are lightly charred. Season with salt and pepper and continue to keep warm (but not cook) until you are ready to assemble your bowl!
Corn Salsa
(Serves 1)
Ingredients:
-1/2 cup of cooked corn kernels
-1/4 cup of diced red onion
-1/4 cup of chopped of cilantro
-1/2 of a deveined minced jalapeno
-juice of 1/2 a lime
-salt and pepper to season
Directions:
In a large bowl combine all ingredients and mix throughout. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve cold for the burrito bowl!
Pico De Gallo
(serves one)
Ingredients:
-1 large ripe diced tomato
-1/2 cup of diced red onion
-1/2 cup of chopped cilantro
-juice of 1/2 a lime
-salt and pepper to season
Directions:
In a large mixing bowl combine all the ingredients together. Keep in the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes and serve cold for the burrito bowl.
Guacamole
Ingredients:
(Serves 2)
-2 large ripe avocados
-1/2 of a jalapeno
-juice of 1/2 a lime
-3 tablespoons diced red onion
-2 tablespoons of chopped cilantro
-salt and pepper to season
Directions:
In a large mixing bowl, mash the two ripe avocados until broken down but still chunky. Add in deveined and seeded jalapeno, red onion, cilantro, 1/2 the lime juice and seasonings. Continue to mash and make smooth. If still too chunky then add in the 1/2 half of the lime juice. Enjoy fresh or store in fridge for 1-2 hours to serve chilled.
And that’s it! To serve your copy cat burrito bowl, start with rice at the bottom, beans, and fajita veggies. Top that off with your corn salsa, pico de gallo, and guacamole. Finish your bowl with some shredded lettuce, vegan sour cream, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime! Just like chipotle, but better!
