Calling all Mexican food lovers! Lean Turkey Black Bean Quinoa Chipotle Burrito Bowls are a packed-with-flavor spin on traditional burritos without the flour tortilla (you can have them on the side!) and bumping up the protein. Whether you are gluten-free or just want a fast weeknight dinner OR food for a crowd, you’ll love this simple recipe!
I would wager there is not anyone who loves Mexican food more than I do. Any of you feel the same way? I love the colors, textures and certainly the earthy flavors and spicy heat. Crunchy tacos, gooey cheesy quesadillas, earthy chicken mole, spicy enchiladas. Will someone please pass me a Margarita right now?
Being gluten-free has left me making different choices on the Mexican food menu other than burritos. They are made with flour tortillas so not available ‘gluten-free’ when dining out, and generally I have not had good success making them with gluten-free flour tortillas at home. That won’t stop me from enjoying the best part though: the filling. Lean Turkey Black Bean Quinoa Chipotle Burrito Bowls are all that and more.
‘Lean Turkey Black Bean Quinoa Chipotle Burrito Bowls’. Saying the name reminds me of elementary school girls’ names that were overly long and seemed to teeter totter up and down until reaching the final syllable. Yes, it is a mouthful BUT it’s a mouthful you’ll love!
Lean Turkey Black Bean Quinoa Chipotle Burrito Bowls are filling and robust, with great fresh flavor. They also are high in protein and lean in fat. It’s a meal in a bowl that’s easy to prepare, is portable and naturally gluten-free.
I love this spin on Fresh-Mex. It’s a fun change up of traditional Mexican food with a healthy twist. Lean ground turkey is sautéed with onions and spices. Prepared black beans, quinoa, green chilies are added for a fast full-flavored dish. Lastly, they are piled high with typical fresh Mexican food toppings such as crisp refreshing lettuce, chopped fresh tomatoes, grated cheese, salsa, guacamole, crema, jalapeno slices and more.
GLUTEN-FREE BURRITO BOWLS FOR A CROWD
Lean Turkey Black Bean Quinoa Chipotle Burrito Bowls are a great option for a crowd. Prepare the meat and bean portion of the recipe (and you can double it maintaining the same proportions). Serve in a buffet or bar style with toppings in different containers for diners to customize for their preferences. Super easy, super good! Great for Cinco de Mayo celebrations! Don’t forget the Agua Fresca too.
Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom says
I could eat Mexican every night of the week! Your take on the burrito bowl looks killer!
Mallory @ Chocolate with Grace says
Burrito bowls are one of my favorites! I love those southwestern flavors!
Chicago Jogger says
Yum, I love a tasty burrito bowl – I’ve never tried with quinoa before though. Looks delicious!
David Crowley says
Sounds delicious! Definitely a combo of flavors that I would enjoy.
pam (Sidewalk Shoes) says
I agree with you, I’d much rather get my calories from meats and veggies than for tortillas – though I don’t go gluten free.
amanda @ fake ginger says
Love these! They look so fresh and delicious. And totally jealous of that drive-thru. I wish we had one like that!
Toni Dash says
Isn’t that a great concept Amanda? I don’t know how I originally found it but when I learned they could accommodate gluten free eaters AND have clean ingredients?! I was over the moon.
Colleen Cayes says
I love to freshly fry my corn tortillas – but your scrumptious looking bowls will persuade me to at least alternate them with my traditional tacos – thus saving all the stove spatter cleanup to boot. The only problem will be, I want to use a GIANT bowl …. they look sooooo good. We’re all fortunate that photo isn’t worth a thousand calories! Or in this case, a few million, they look so delicious.
Kimberly Ann @ Bake Love Give says
I too could eat Mexican every night of the week. You make healthy Mexican look absolutely mouth watering. Can’t wait to give this recipe a try!
Carolyn Kane says
Delicious! The recipe is great – thank you! I do have a question – this was my first time buying/using adobo sauce. What consistency should it be? I had to dig it out and mix it together so it wasn’t chalky/solid before adding it to the mix.
Toni Dash says
When I’ve purchased it either on its own or as part of Chipotles en Adobo it’s always been fluid Carolyn. It can be thick but I have not experienced what you are describing. Maybe it was older and had separated maybe? Glad you liked the recipe!
Robin rue says
Yum! We really enjoy Mexican food in our family, so I know that the kids will LOVE these.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
Burrito bowls are the best, especially when they get an extra healthy twist. You get all the delicious flavors of a burrito, but it’s so much better for you!
Mandee says
Yummy! These look delicious! I’m bookmarking the page so that I can come back to this recipe! Thanks!
Colleen Lanin says
That looks amazing! I love burritos, but I never eat them because they’re pretty awful for you. I LOVE this healthy twist! Taco Tuesday is back, baby!
Bill Sweeney says
Boom! Since I started trying to eat more healthily, I’ve had to say goodbye to things like burritos. Now they’re back in my life. WOOT!
Jeanette says
I have started to eat salads for lunch each day and I have been looking for different ways to make it. I will definitely be trying this one
susan says
I have really been into making burrito bowls for my family. They have all the taste you love and are so much easier to eat, I will have to try this recipe.
Toni Dash says
Hope you’ll love it Susan!
heather (delicious not gorgeous) says
mmm 😍 i tend to get bowls instead of burritos anyways at chipotle (i can’t finish it in one sitting and i save some for later), so this sounds perfect! also, i just love anything with pico de gallo and guac (:
Sarah says
I think I’m going to make this for dinner tonight. My boyfriend usually does all the cooking, but he needs a night off. I think he would love this because he loves Mexican food, but we rarely go out for it because I don’t care for it. I could shake this recipe up a bit and make something I would like as well.
Jess C says
Yum yum yum! I am obsessed with Mexican food, but it’s hard to find recipes that aren’t 10,000 calories per serving! Thanks for the recipe, it’s definitely a keeper!
lena says
Absolutely delicious – love everything about this salad!
Amy Desrosiers says
These bowls look stunning!! I love burrito bowls so much and love this healthier twist you gave them!
Meagan says
These look so delicious! I bet my family would devour this.
Roger D Willis says
My wife and I love Mexican food! We’ve been trying to make healthier food choices and Lean Turkey Black Bean Quinoa Chipotle Burrito Bowls look to be a healthy choice!
Shelley R Zurek says
I pinned this it looked so good. I haven’t really gotten in to the whole “Bowl” concept but THIS recipe finally makes me want to try it.
gingermommyrants says
I am always looking for healthy recipes to serve my family. These Turkey Black Bean Quinoa Chipotle Burrito Bowls look so delicious and easy to make. I will have to give them a try on the weekend.
Pam says
THese burrito bowls sound so good. I like that you used quinoa in them.
Dana Vento says
This looks really fantastic and tasty! I wanna grab it from my screen! Yummy! I would love to try Burritos.
Dawn Lopez says
Your Turkey Chipotle Burrito Bowls look really delicious. Taco Tuesday just got an upgrade this week!
Tara says
This looks like one delicious burrito bowl. This would be perfect for lunch tomorrow.
Alicia Gonzalez says
What a great idea. I’d love to try this for some guests. My husband eats tortillas with EVERYTHING. Really, almost EVERYTHING. He’s Mexican so it’s not like Mexican food is a sometimes things. It’s life. But, I even saw him put my amazing Italian spaghetti in a tortilla once! I was not happy. I think the kids and I would love these!
Seattle Travel Blogger says
My husband loves burritos! I will keep this recipe and try it out on him 🙂 .
brianne says
This dish looks super yummy! And perfect for Cinco de Mayo!
Kelly Hutchinson says
I love the idea of doing a burrito bowl that is gluten free. I made something similar with tortillas, but this is much healthier!
Amanda Love says
Quinoa is an awesome alternative to rice and I think it’s the perfect ingredient in burritos especially if you’re trying to lose weight. This recipe is something that my kids will love me more for!
Jeanine says
What a fantastic idea! We need to reevaluate our meal plans because it doesn’t involve anything this declines. I am going to make this!
Shannon Gurnee says
We love burritos in our home, but I never thought about using Quinoa. This sounds like a yummy recipe!
Katrina gehman says
oh man those look amazing. i could go for a bowl right now.
Kiwi says
Happy Cinco De Mayo! Looks delish and I love turkey meat so right up my alley!
Wendy Polisi says
This recipe looks so delicious. It is a great alteration for taco Tuesday
Annemarie LeBlanc says
What a long name for a delicious dish. I could make up an acronym to make it easier, or even make the family start guessing what we’ll have for dinner. I would say, “We will be having LTBBQCBB for dinner tonight.” Haha. Seriously though, your recipe looks good and I love all the ingredients in there. Making this soon.
Our Family World says
We love Mexican food and anything that looks this good is sure to be a hit in my house! I love avocados and it is nice that you included it in your recipe. Can’t wait to make this yummy dish!