When life gets hectic, having a healthy meal ready to go can be a game-changer. This Burrito Bowl Base is an alpha-gal-friendly foundation for endless meals—loaded with rice, black beans, corn, and flavor-packed seasonings.
Make a big batch, freeze it in portions, and just add fresh toppings when you’re ready to eat. It’s your new meal prep MVP.
Here’s to overcoming alpha-gal because we are more than conquerors in Christ and He is our healer!
Servings: 4-6
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil – Walmart | Amazon
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed – Walmart | Amazon
- 1 cup frozen corn – Walmart
- 1 cup cooked brown or white rice – Walmart | Amazon
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: juice of 1/2 lime
Topping Suggestions:
- Sliced avocado or guacamole – Walmart | Amazon
- Salsa or pico de gallo – Walmart | Amazon
- Shredded lettuce or cabbage
- Diced tomatoes
- Dairy-free cheese – Walmart | Amazon
- Dairy-free sour cream – Walmart | Amazon
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions:
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened (about 3–4 minutes).
- Stir in black beans, corn, rice, and seasonings. Cook for 5–7 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat and squeeze in lime juice, if using.
- Serve immediately with toppings, or cool and portion into freezer-safe containers for later.
Tips for the Best Burrito Bowls
- Freeze the base in individual portions and reheat as needed.
- Great for topping with leftover alpha-gal-safe chicken, roasted veggies, or sautéed greens.
- Make it a wrap by stuffing the filling into a gluten-free tortilla.
Meal Prep Made Simple
This burrito bowl base is a lifesaver when your schedule is full and your energy is low. It’s freezer-friendly, allergy-friendly, and budget-friendly—without skimping on flavor.
Build it. Freeze it. Reheat it. Top it your way.
* Please note that all nutrition information are just estimates. Values will vary among brands, so we encourage you to calculate these on your own for the most accurate results.