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26 August, 2020 by Ruthy Kirwan

Butternut Squash Burrito Bowl

Who say burrito bowls can't be vegetarian? This bowl packs pico de gallo, lime-cilantro rice, tex-mex butternut squash, and more.

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Who say burrito bowls can't be vegetarian? This bowl packs pico de gallo, lime-cilantro rice, Tex-Mex butternut squash, and more.

Feel free to pack this flavorful bowl with whatever you want! Pretend you’re standing in line at Chipotle and just go wild with additions. Add shredded chicken or pork if you have it on hand, or crumbled chorizo, avocado, black beans, chopped cilantro, or cheese- the world is your oyster!

This vegetarian Mexican-style burrito bowl is packed with all the good stuff and makes for a great next-day lunch, too. If you’re serving it at dinner, place the individual ingredients in bowls and let everyone fill up on their own.

Who say burrito bowls can't be vegetarian? This bowl packs pico de gallo, lime-cilantro rice, Tex-Mex butternut squash, and more.

Butternut Squash Burrito Bowl

Ruthy Kirwan
Who say burrito bowls can’t be vegetarian? This bowl packs pico de gallo, lime-cilantro rice, Tex-Mex butternut squash, and more.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
Course Dinner, Lunch
Servings 2

Equipment

  • 1 Full-Size Sheet Pan, 11 x 7 inch

Ingredients
  

For the squash:

  • 15 ounces butternut squash peeled and sliced into 1” cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

For the pico de gallo:

  • 2 large tomato diced
  • 2 garlic clove minced
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 jalapeno deseeded and minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt

For the lime-cilantro rice

  • 2 cups long grain white rice
  • ½ cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped

Extras to add:

  • 1 pound cooked sausage or chorizo crumbled
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup canned black beans
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream

Instructions
 

Prep Ahead:

  • Cook the rice according to the instructions and set aside.
  • Rice can be frozen on its own for up to three months and defrosted in the fridge overnight, in the microwave, or under cold running water until thawed.
  • Combine the pico de gallo and store in a resealable bag or container.
  • The salsa will last for up to 1 week in the fridge. Do not freeze.
  • Peel and cube the butternut squash, then toss in a large bowl with oil and seasonings until coated. Transfer to a resealable bag or container.
  • Package any other additions you’d like to add to the bowls in resealable bags or containers.
  • Drained black beans and corn will last for up to 3 months in the freezer.

Prepare From Prepped:

  • Preheat the oven to 400*F and transfer the butternut squash to a sheet pan. Bake 12-15 minutes or until the squash is tender and cooked through.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in separate bowls and serve.

Make From Fresh:

  • Preheat the oven to 350*F. Arrange the cubed butternut squash on a sheet pan, drizzle with olive oil, and toss to coat. Combine the spices (cumin, oregano, garlic powder, salt, cayenne) in a small bowl and stir to mix, then toss with the oiled squash.
  • Place the pan in the oven and bake until the squash is completely tender and cooked through, about 15-18 minutes.
  • While the squash is cooking, make the rice. Combine the rice, 2 cups of water, and the lime juice in a pot with a tight fitting lid and bring to a boil. Remove the lid and turn the heat to low, cooking the rice at a simmer until it is cooked through. Add the chopped cilantro and toss to combine.
  • While the squash and rice are cooking, combine the pico de gallo. Toss the diced tomatoes, garlic, lime juice, chopped cilantro, minced jalapeno, and salt in a bowl until combined. Set aside.
  • At this point, prepare any extras you’re adding. Start with things that need to be cooked, then work your way down to preparing the fresh ingredients. This gives you time to cook the ingredients that need it without wasting any time!

Notes

Fill this bowl with everything you’ve got! I like to mix-and-match, depending on what I’m in the mood for, or what’s available at the grocery store. Play around with the ideas in the “extras to add” section of the ingredients list, and feel free to add your own personal touches.
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Category: Dinner, Oven Baked, Under 30 Minutes, Vegetarian or VeganCooking Type: Oven Baked, StovetopMain Ingredient: Vegetarian or VeganMeal Type: Dinner

About Ruthy Kirwan

Ruthy Kirwan is a recipe tester and developer living in NYC with her two small kids and hard-working husband. She created Percolate Kitchen in 2016 to help busy people get their act together in the kitchen. Learn more at percolatekitchen.com/about

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Who say burrito bowls can't be vegetarian? This bowl packs pico de gallo, lime-cilantro rice, Tex-Mex butternut squash, and more.