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Roasted Summer Vegetable Burrito Bowls

Roasted Summer Vegetable Burrito Bowls

The ultimate comfort food, Roasted Summer Vegetable Burrito Bowls are a feast for the senses! Filled with vibrant, roasted vegetables and topped with creamy avocado crema, this easy weeknight dinner is packed with flavor and nutrition. A perfect way to enjoy the best of summer's bounty, you'll want to make this dish tonight!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 red onion
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 yellow squash
  • 1 zucchini squash
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil separated
  • Sea salt to taste
  • 1.5 cups uncooked brown rice
  • 1 garbanzo beans 14-ounce can, drained, rinsed, and heated
  • 1 ripe avocado peeled and diced
  • ¼ cup plain whole milk yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 garlic minced
  • 4 leaves large basil roughly chopped, about ¼ cup
  • sea salt to taste
  • Rotisserie chicken optional
  • hot sauce or salsa for serving
  • Cheddar or jack cheese optional topping
  • Cilantro or basil for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Chef's Knife
  • Blender
  • Peeler
  • Food Processor
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. Prepare the brown rice according to package instructions.
  2. While rice is cooking, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  3. Spread the red onion and red bell pepper over a baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Use your hands to toss everything together to ensure the veggies are coated with oil. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, turning once halfway through.
  4. As the bell pepper and onion are baking, repeat the process with the yellow squash and zucchini by spreading them on a separate baking sheet, drizzling with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkling with salt. Place on a separate rack in the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes (or until veggies have reached desired doneness), turning once halfway through.
  5. While the vegetables are roasting, prepare the avocado-basil crema. Add all of the ingredients to a small blender and blend until completely smooth. Add a small amount of water or more yogurt if needed for blending. Taste for flavor and add more lime juice and/or sea salt to taste.
  6. Divide the brown rice among 3 to 4 bowls, followed by the roasted vegetables and garbanzo beans. Top with avocado crema and serve.

Notes

  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. They can be reheated the next day, making for a quick lunch!
  • Freezing: You can freeze the roasted vegetables in a separate container. This makes for easy meal prep in the future.
  • Pairing: Serve alongside a refreshing salad or some grilled corn for a complete meal.
  • Garnish: Don’t forget to add fresh herbs like cilantro or basil to enhance the flavors!
  • Customization: Feel free to swap out the vegetables based on what you have on hand or what’s in season.