Description
Need a weeknight dinner that’s bold, filling, and fast? This ground beef burrito bowl packs juicy taco-seasoned beef, fluffy rice, black beans, corn, melty cheddar, and a cool pop of salsa and cilantro. It’s high-protein, customizable, and great for meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked white rice per bowl (or brown/cilantro-lime rice), hot and fluffy
- 1/2 cup taco-seasoned ground beef per bowl (see mix below)
- 1/4 cup black beans per bowl, canned, rinsed & drained
- 1/4 cup corn per bowl, canned (drained) or frozen (thawed)
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese per bowl, freshly grated
- 2 tbsp salsa or pico de gallo per bowl
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped, per bowl
- Taco-Seasoned Ground Beef (makes ~4 servings):
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or ~2 tbsp)
- 1/2 cup water
- Optional Garnishes:
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
1. Cook your rice according to package directions (stovetop or rice cooker). Rinse white rice before cooking, and after it’s done, add a squeeze of lime and pinch of salt for extra flavor.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add 1 lb ground beef, breaking it up; cook until browned, 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat. Return to heat, add taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water. Simmer 3–5 minutes until saucy and glossy. Add 1–2 tbsp more water if needed.
3. Rinse and drain black beans. Drain or thaw corn. Chop fresh cilantro. Microwave beans and corn for 30–60 seconds to warm them slightly.
4. Spoon hot rice into each bowl. Add 1/2 cup seasoned beef, 1/4 cup black beans, and 1/4 cup corn in separate sections. Top with 1/4 cup shredded cheddar, 2 tbsp salsa, and 1 tbsp chopped cilantro. Garnish with lime wedges if desired.
Notes
Time-saver: Use microwaveable or leftover rice to reduce total time to ~20 minutes.
Meal prep: Store components separately for up to 4 days and assemble before serving.
Make it lighter: Use brown rice, part-skim cheese, and low-sodium taco seasoning.
Variations: Add lettuce, avocado, sautéed peppers, or drizzle with sour cream or chipotle mayo.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg