Low Carb Burrito Bowl (Printable View)

Flavorful ground beef, cauliflower rice, and fresh toppings make this a perfect, satisfying low-carb meal.

# What You Need:

→ For the Seasoned Beef

01 - 1 pound ground beef (85% lean)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 small yellow onion, diced (about ½ cup)
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced (about ½ cup)
06 - 1 tablespoon chili powder
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
10 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
11 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
12 - ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
13 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ For the Cauliflower Rice

14 - 2 cups cauliflower rice (fresh or thawed frozen)
15 - 1 tablespoon butter or additional olive oil
16 - Salt, to taste

→ For Assembly and Garnish

17 - 2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
18 - ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
19 - ½ avocado, diced
20 - ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
21 - 2 tablespoons sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
22 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
23 - Lime wedges, for serving

# How To Make It:

01 - In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, and cayenne (if using) to make the taco seasoning. Set aside.
02 - Heat a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and let it shimmer.
03 - Add diced onion and sauté for 3 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and diced red bell pepper; cook another 2 minutes until softened.
04 - Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook for 5–6 minutes until browned and no pink remains.
05 - Sprinkle the prepared taco seasoning over the beef and vegetables. Stir well to coat and cook for 2 more minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
06 - Wipe out half the skillet or use a second pan. Add butter or olive oil over medium heat. Add cauliflower rice, season lightly with salt, and cook for 4–5 minutes until tender but not mushy. Keep warm.
07 - To assemble, divide shredded romaine among four bowls. Top each with a portion of the seasoned beef mixture.
08 - Spoon cauliflower rice beside or under the beef in each bowl.
09 - Garnish each bowl with halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and shredded cheddar cheese. Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
10 - Serve with lime wedges on the side. Squeeze fresh lime over the bowl before eating for a bright, tangy finish.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • You get all the burrito bowl satisfaction without the carb coma that usually follows
  • The seasoned beef mixture freezes beautifully, so you can batch cook and have dinner ready in minutes
  • Customizing each bowl means even picky eaters build exactly what they crave
02 -
  • Cauliflower rice releases water as it cooks, so don't be alarmed if your pan looks a bit steamy—this is normal
  • Let the spice mixture cook with the beef for those final 2 minutes, or you'll taste raw powder instead of developed flavor
  • Room temperature ingredients assemble better, so take out your cheese and sour cream while everything cooks
03 -
  • Warm your serving bowls in the oven for 5 minutes before assembling—hot food stays hot longer
  • Prep all your toppings before you start cooking, so you can assemble immediately while everything is hot
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