
December 28, 2017
9 Low Carb Cookie Recipes
Written by: Femi Doyle-Marshall
Food is a big component of my life.
Especially now I’ve been extremely focus on calculating my macronutrients. Locking into the numbers to ensure my body is getting the nutrients it needs to perform on a daily basis. To be honest starting to get your nutrition plan aligned can be one of the most difficult steps to complete when moving forward on a health and fitness program.
Everything counts.
Total carbohydrate intake.
Total protein intake.
Total fat intake.
And don’t forget fiber ?.
Your body takes all of these nutrients and absorbs as much of it as it can to help you live. How effective it is or shall I say you are at that mainly comes down to your activity level, age, sex and overall status of health.
It’s a lot of stuff.
You can read more about the nutritional component here.
Well considering today is strictly on the burrito bowl and burrito bowl recipes let’s stay focused and dive in.
Some good eats are right in front of you that can help you match those macros.
Now you may be wondering why the burrito bowl is such a great meal idea so I will outline the benefit of having it right here for you. Have you ever wondered how to make an easy nutrient packed meal that tastes great? Were you ever searching for a fast yet fulling meal alternative for you to make on the go when you have a busy schedule? How happy would you be if that meal tasted like heaven on a plate and could help you get better health and fitness results?
Welcome the burrito bowl.
Burrito bowl recipes have saved our house hours of time. The ability to find your favorite protein (ie. chicken, beef or pork), add in your source of carbohydrate (ie. rice or beans), toss in your salsa and garnish with ample green leafy vegetables is a blessing in disguise.
Even when I think about it.
When it comes to complete meals, this to me is the best example.
You don’t need to add much more to your bowl to get all the macronutrients you need. If anything you may want subtract .
90% of the ingredients are added by you in the kitchen and even in that percentage, all is from whole food sources.
You know you will be full after eating it.
Keeping you on track nutritionally, look no further. Enjoy these 7 Mouthwatering Burrito Bowl Recipes.
Photo courtesy irunonnutrition.com
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1 lb chicken breast
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp packaged taco seasoning
3/4 cup brown rice, dry (regular or instant)
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 14.5 oz can fire roasted diced tomatoes, drained
1 14.5 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup corn, canned or frozen
3 peppers in different colors (I used red, orange, and green), chopped
1 tbsp dried cilantro
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Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380
Protein: 31g
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrate: 53g
Photo courtesy popsugar.com
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1/4 cup black beans
1 teaspoon chicken broth
Pinch of cumin
Pinch of cayenne
Pinch of garlic powder
1/2 cup red cabbage, sliced thin
3 ounces precooked grilled chicken breast, sliced thin
2 tablespoons nonfat Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons fresh salsa
Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Sliced green onions, for garnish
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Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350
Protein: 42.6g
Fat: 3.8g
Carbohydrate: 36.3g
Photo courtesy eatingwell.com
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1 tablespoon finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups cooked quinoa
2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
1 cup canned pinto beans, rinsed
1 ripe avocado, diced
¼ cup prepared pico de gallo or other salsa
¼ cup shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
Lime wedges for serving
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Nutrition Facts
Calories: 452
Protein: 36g
Fat: 19g
Carbohydrate: 36g
Photo courtesy hy-vee.com
1 1/2 pounds top sirloin steak
4 tsp chili cilantro seasoning rub
1 tbsp olive oil
1/3 cup chipotle barbecue sauce
3 dash hot cooked long grain rice
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
Chopped lettuce, corn, black beans, shredded cheese or Queso cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, for topping
Lime wedges, for serving
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Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380
Protein: 25g
Fat: 17g
Carbohydrate: 29g
Photo courtesy eatingwell.com
1 1/2 pounds top sirloin steak
4 tsp chili cilantro seasoning rub
1 tbsp olive oil
1/3 cup chipotle barbecue sauce
3 dash hot cooked long grain rice
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
Chopped lettuce, corn, black beans, shredded cheese or Queso cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, for topping
Lime wedges, for serving
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Nutrition Facts
Calories: 466
Protein: 52.3g
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrate: 34.1g
Photo courtesy fitfoodiefinds.com
For the Carnitas
1 pound pork loin (option to use chicken breast instead)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoons orange juice
1/3 cup lime juice
3 teaspoon cumin
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup green chiles
For the Street Corn
1 can yellow sweet corn
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1/3 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/3 cup cojita cheese, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon paprika
salt and pepper, to taste
Cilantro Lime Brown Rice
Other Ingredients
Black beans
4-8 cups Romaine
Lime wedges
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Nutrition Facts
Calories: 407
Protein: 32g
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrate: 29g
Photo courtesy hungryhealthyhappy.com
2 romaine lettuce, shredded
100g kale, chopped
1 pack of Mediterranean Cauli Rice
2 red peppers, sliced
8 mushrooms, sliced
1 onion, diced
Half a tsp each of paprika, ground coriander, cumin and a pinch of sea salt and pepper
8 tbsp black beans,cooked
8 tbsp sweetcorn, cooked
1 medium avocado
100g soya yoghurt
4 medium tomatoes, diced
Half a red onion, diced
2 tbsp fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped
1 jalapeño, sliced
Juice of 1 lime
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Nutrition Facts
Calories: 257
Protein: 14g
Fat: 7
Carbohydrate: 39g
And that’s it for today. Be sure to contact us if you have any questions. We are here to help make what you need happen! Feel free to reach out if you have any concerns at all.