Low Sodium Barbacoa Burrito Bowl

Dive into the bold flavors of a Low Sodium Barbacoa Burrito Bowl, a healthier twist on a fan-favorite dish without sacrificing taste. Tender, slow-cooked beef chuck roast is seasoned with smoky chipotles, tangy lime juice, and aromatic spices, then shredded to perfection for a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Served over a base of fluffy, unsalted rice and topped with wholesome ingredients like black beans, ripe avocado, fresh tomatoes, and crisp lettuce, this bowl is as nourishing as it is delicious. With its reduced sodium content, this recipe lets you enjoy the hearty, zesty essence of traditional barbacoa guilt-free. Perfect for meal prep or a satisfying dinner, this slow cooker marvel will impress your taste buds while keeping your diet on track.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck roast
• 1 medium, chopped white onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup low sodium beef broth
• 2 canned, minced chipotles in adobo sauce
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 bay leaf
• 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• 2 cups cooked brown or white rice
• 1 cup, rinsed and drained black beans
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 sliced avocado
• 1 cup, shredded lettuce

Directions

Step 1

Trim excess fat from the beef chuck roast and cut it into roughly 4 large pieces.

Step 2

In a slow cooker, place the beef pieces and add the chopped onion and minced garlic over the top.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the apple cider vinegar, low sodium beef broth, minced chipotles in adobo, oregano, cumin, and lime juice until combined. Pour this mixture over the beef.

Step 4

Add the bay leaf to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for about 6 to 8 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily pulled apart with a fork.

Step 5

Remove the bay leaf. Shred the beef using two forks directly in the slow cooker to absorb more of the flavorful juices.

Step 6

Prepare your rice as directed on the package (use unsalted water to keep sodium levels low).

Step 7

Assemble the burrito bowls by placing a bed of cooked rice at the bottom of each bowl.

Step 8

Top the rice with shredded barbacoa beef, adding black beans, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, and shredded lettuce.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped cilantro and any additional lime juice if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2258.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3120.3

Total Fat 191.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 680.4mg	0%
Sodium 1757.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 165.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.8g	0%
Total Sugars 16.6g
Protein 192.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 433.4mg	0%
Iron 33.0mg	0%
Potassium 3840.7mg	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: 54.6%

Protein: 24.3%

Carbs: 21.0%