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Ground Beef Burrito Bowl

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A flavorful and customizable burrito bowl featuring seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, and fresh toppings, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Meat and Rice

  • 1 pound lean ground beef 80/20 or leaner
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 0.5 cup tomato sauce or salsa
  • 0.5 cup water
  • 1 cup long-grain white or brown rice
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth
  • 1 each lime, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn, grilled or canned, drained
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce (romaine or iceberg)
  • 1 avocado diced or sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 0.5 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or blend)
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • to taste hot sauce, for drizzling
  • 1 jalapeño sliced (optional)
  • for garnish fresh cilantro leaves
  • for serving lime wedges

Instructions 

  • Rinse the rice and cook in boiling water or broth until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Fluff and stir in lime juice, cilantro, and butter. Keep warm.
  • In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until softened. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in taco seasoning, tomato sauce, and water; simmer until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Assemble bowls starting with rice, then add seasoned beef. Top with beans, corn, lettuce, avocado, tomatoes, onion, and cheese. Finish with sour cream, hot sauce, cilantro, jalapeños, and lime wedges.

Notes

Feel free to customize toppings and spice level to your preference.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Beef, burrito, Rice