Burrito Bowl Meal Prep
This Burrito Bowl delivers 49g protein and 744 calories per serving, making it a calorie-dense option for muscle-building days. Four servings prep on the stovetop in under 30 minutes, letting you batch cook a full week's worth of Mexican-style lunches. Ideal for lifters who need sustained energy and protein without reheating multiple containers.
Ingredients
- •Rice, White, Long-Grain(960g)
- •Ground Turkey, 99% Lean(454g)
- •Taco Seasoning, Packet (E.G. Old El Paso)
Taco seasoning packet — Old El Paso or McCormick. Low sodium if available.
- •Corn, Sweet, Frozen(240g)
- •Beans, Black, Canned, Drained(425g)
- •Cheddar Cheese(113g)
- •Salsa, Prepared, Red, Store-Bought(320g)
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
Instructions
- 1Cook the rice first. You will be able to prepare all the rest of the ingredients as the rice cooks. Cook the rice according to the package directions. To yield about 4 cups white rice, I use 1.5 cups uncooked rice and 2.5 cups water, but this may vary depending on your rice variety, so be sure to check the package.
- 2While the rice is cooking, add the ground turkey or beef to a skillet and cook over medium heat until it is cooked through. Depending on the fat content of your meat, you may need to add a little oil to the skillet to keep it from sticking.
- 3Once the meat is fully cooked, add the taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water. Stir and simmer the meat and spices until the water reduces to a saucy consistency (about 5 minutes). Turn the heat off and set the meat aside.
- 4Thaw the corn kernels, rinse and drain the black beans, shred the cheese, and slice the green onions.
- 5Once the rice is finished, fluff it with a fork and divide it between four containers. Divide the remaining six bowl ingredients between the containers as well (taco meat, corn, beans, cheese, salsa, and green onions).
- 6Reheat the bowls for 1-2 minutes before eating to melt the cheese and heat the meat and rice through.
Nutrition — Per Serving
744
calories
49g
protein
14g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 106g
- Saturated fat
- 6.2g
- Sodium
- 568 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 4.0g
4 servings per batch · ~628g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Burrito Bowl Meal Prep have per serving?
Each serving contains 49g of protein and 744 calories, with 14g fat and 106g carbs per serving. The high carb content and moderate fat make this carb-forward for active training days.
How long does Burrito Bowl Meal Prep take to prep?
Quick prep on the stovetop yields 4 servings per batch, allowing you to complete a full week's worth of lunches in one or two cooking sessions. Designed specifically for meal-prep efficiency with balanced portion sizing.
Is Burrito Bowl Meal Prep good for muscle gain?
At 49g protein and 744 calories per serving, this bowl provides solid protein intake alongside substantial carbs for training performance and glycogen replenishment. The 106g carbs per serving positions this as an ideal post-workout meal during muscle-building phases.
