Mexican Burrito Bowl

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This Mexican Burrito Bowl is the perfect lunch for picky eaters! They get to create their own meal with all the ingredients they love, making it a simple, no-fuss option. It’s a healthy and satisfying meal for school or home

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 1 child

Course: lunch

Cuisine: kid-friendly, Latin American

Calories: 407

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

1/2 cup cooked brown rice
1/4 cup black beans drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons corn kernels
2 tablespoons mild salsa
2 tablespoons shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
2 tablespoons mild guacamole
10 tortilla chips
1 tablespoon sour cream
1/4 lime cut into wedge

Equipment

medium saucepan
Strainer
Compartmented container
Can opener

Method

Warm rice if serving hot, or use room temperature
Rinse black beans and drain thoroughly
Layer rice in bottom of container
Add black beans and corn in separate sections
Include small containers for salsa, guacamole, and sour cream
Pack shredded cheese separately
Include tortilla chips in separate container to maintain crispness
Pack lime wedge for fresh flavor
Include plastic spoon for mixing

Nutrition

Calories: 407kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 13gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 271mgPotassium: 368mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 215IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 158mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use low-sodium black beans and rinse well. Can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream. Add diced avocado if guacamole unavailable. Build-your-own style makes it interactive and fun.

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