Low Fat Barbacoa Burrito Bowl

Savor the bold, smoky flavors of a **Low Fat Barbacoa Burrito Bowl**, a wholesome twist on the Mexican classic that's perfect for a healthy yet satisfying meal. This recipe features tender, slow-cooked lean beef chuck roast infused with aromatic spices like cumin, oregano, and ground cloves, balanced by the zesty kick of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. Served atop a bed of fragrant cilantro lime brown rice, it’s layered with hearty black beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and creamy avocado slices—each bite offering a medley of textures and flavors. With a cook-time-friendly slow cooker method and nutrient-rich ingredients, this dish is ideal for meal prepping or a family dinner that doesn't compromise on taste. Perfect for those seeking a high-protein, low-fat burrito bowl packed with Mexican-inspired goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds lean beef chuck roast
• 1 medium, diced white onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 2 cans chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 leaves bay leaves
• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 large, juiced lime
• 0.5 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 can, drained and rinsed black beans
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 2 cups, shredded lettuce
• 1 sliced avocado
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste pepper

Directions

Step 1

Trim excess fat from the beef chuck roast. Cut into large chunks and season evenly with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Place the beef in a slow cooker. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, chipotle peppers, ground cumin, dried oregano, ground cloves, beef broth, and bay leaves.

Step 3

Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the beef is tender and easily shredded.

Step 4

Once cooked, remove the beef from the slow cooker, shred with two forks, and return to the juices in the slow cooker. Let it absorb the flavors for an additional 10 minutes.

Step 5

While the beef cooks, rinse the brown rice under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine rice with 2 cups of water, a pinch of salt, and half of the lime juice. Bring to boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes or until the rice is cooked. Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro.

Step 7

Prepare the other ingredients: Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the avocado and shred the lettuce.

Step 8

To assemble each burrito bowl, start with a layer of cilantro lime brown rice, follow with a portion of shredded barbacoa, and add a scoop of black beans.

Step 9

Top with cherry tomatoes, lettuce, and a few slices of avocado.

Step 10

Finish with a squeeze of the remaining lime juice and additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2943.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2837.7

Total Fat 146.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 510.3mg	0%
Sodium 8439.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 201.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.1g	0%
Total Sugars 31.2g
Protein 201.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 649.2mg	0%
Iron 35.0mg	0%
Potassium 5002.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.0%

Protein: 27.5%

Carbs: 27.5%