Vegan Chipotle Burrito Bowl

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Say hello to this crispy tofu burrito bowl. Aka your favorite vegan chipotle burrito bowl, made vegan and so much healthier. 

This tofu burrito bowl recipe consists of all the good stuff. Think fluffy brown rice, crunchy lettuce, crispy chipotle tofu, black beans, and of course an amazing creamy sauce.

I know that many people think eating salads is boring, which is why this method of creating salad bowls is so much tastier and better. You get your veggies and greens in, but you also feel like you’re eating takeout from Chipotle. 

I cannot recommend this burrito bowl recipe enough! 

Vegan Chipotle Burrito Bowl Ingredients

I strongly believe that any good bowl needs to have some sort of grain, crispy protein, crunchy lettuces, veggies and of course a fire sauce/dressing. And this bowl follows my exact formula for a good (think fanatics) vegan chipotle burrito bowl. 

Ingredients You’ll Need

• White or Brown Rice – I typically go for brown rice as it has more fiber, but feel free to use white rice or even quinoa if you want an extra boost of protein. One trick to cooking perfect rice is to let it sit in the pot, covered, after it’s done cooking. This helps the rice absorb any residual water and allows it to fluff. 
• Chipotle Tofu – aka the best part of this bowl. I know that getting tofu crispy can be a challenge, which is where parchment paper comes into play. Using parchment paper allows the tofu to crisp up on the bottom without sticking. One other additional tip to get super crispy tofu is to ensure that each tofu piece is evenly spaced out from one another. If the tofu is too squished together, the tofu will steam and won’t get crisp.
• Beans: If you’re using black beans from a can, make sure to rinse off all the residual ‘bean water’ — this is typically what makes you feel gassy and bloated. 
• Cherry tomatoes – or just use any tomatoes you have on hand
• Avocado
• Sweet yellow corn – I use frozen corn as that’s usually the only way to get organic corn lol
• Lettuce mix – I like using a mix of romaine lettuce, iceberg lettuce and cilantro
• Sauce – In my opinion, a salad bowl is not complete without a good sauce. This sauce is basically a yogurt sauce / dressing with a few drops of hot sauce to make it spicy!

Bonus Ingredient…

Something fun! If I’m feeling like having a bowl that is not as healthy but more ‘fun’, I like to crush up some tortilla chips and add them on top of the salad bowl.

Vegan Chipotle Burrito Bowl Sauce 

The sauce for this burrito bowl could not be easier to make. And trust me, the sauce is integral to the bowl. It not only adds creaminess to the burrito bowl, but it also acts as a way to add in additional flavor! And you know that flavor is everything!

1. Simply add the vegan yogurt, lemon juice, hot sauce, garlic powder and salt into a jar.
2. Using a whisk, whisk the dressing together until it forms a thick but pourable dressing. This is important. If the dressing becomes too thin and watery, it tends to make the salad soggy. So try to keep it as thick as possible.
3. And that’s it, you have a creamy tangy spicy sauce for this bowl! 

Why this Chipotle Burrito Bowl is Healthy!

I wanted to dive deeper into what makes this high protein vegan burrito bowl the perfect dinner that will keep you full (maybe even stuffed haha).

Ingredient Benefits 

• Brown rice tends to get a bad rap, but whole grains (such as rice) are essential for fiber, nutrients and good digestion. 
• Tofu is yet another ingredient that people tend to shy away from. But if you source a good quality tofu that is organic and Non-GMO, it is definitely safe (and beneficial) to eat. 
• Black Beans are the holy grail of vegan cooking, not only because they’re a good source of protein, but also because of the nutrients and fiber that they contain. 
• Lettuce, it goes without saying that greens are good for you. And I’ll leave it there! 
• Veggies (avocado, corn and tomatoes) provide both lycopene and omega-3’s, both essential nutrients to brain function and normal blood pressure levels. 

Burrito Bowl Nutrients

I typically don’t share calories or macros for recipes, as I feel like it reduces food to rigid boxes. But, I did want to highlight the protein content, fiber and a few micronutrients in this bowl. Because this recipe is truly packed with nutrients!  

• 274% RDI of Vitamin A 
• 70% RDI of Vitamin C 
• 26% RDI of Calcium 
• 47% RDI of Iron 
• 161% RDI of Potassium 
• 18g of Fiber 
• 27g Protein 
• 18g Fat 
• 50g Net Carbs 
• Balance of macros: 21.3% of Protein, 30.4% of Fat, 48.3% of Carbs

More Vegan Bowl Recipes

• Spicy Roasted Chickpea Salad
• Warm Lentil Salad
• Crunchy Thai Peanut Salad

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