Description
Hearty Mexican-inspired beef burrito bowl delivers robust flavors from savory seasoned ground beef, black beans, and zesty rice. Fresh toppings and creamy cilantro lime dressing complete this satisfying one-bowl meal you can customize to personal taste preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
Grains and Legumes:
- 1 cup (185 grams) cooked rice
- 1 can (15 ounces / 425 grams) black beans, drained and rinsed
Toppings and Extras:
- 1 cup (250 milliliters) salsa
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup (100 grams) shredded lettuce
- 1 cup (100 grams) shredded cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Optional: sour cream
- Optional: cilantro
- Optional: lime wedges
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, targeting 350°F for optimal searing.
- Crumble ground beef into the hot pan, breaking into small pieces while cooking until deep brown and no pink remains, approximately 6-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning evenly across the meat, stirring consistently to distribute spices and develop robust flavor profiles.
- Prepare fluffy rice according to package instructions, allowing it to rest and fluff after cooking.
- Drain and gently warm black beans in a separate pan or microwave until steaming.
- Create a vibrant base layer in each bowl by spreading a generous portion of rice across the bottom.
- Carefully spoon the seasoned beef over the rice, ensuring even distribution.
- Add a hearty portion of black beans adjacent to the beef layer.
- Customize with fresh toppings: crisp chopped lettuce, creamy diced avocado, shredded cheese, and tangy salsa.
- Enhance the dish with optional garnishes like a dollop of sour cream and zesty lime wedges for added brightness.
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef for a healthier version that reduces excess fat and calories in the dish.
- Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of taco seasoning or using a homemade blend for more control over flavor intensity.
- Swap ground beef with plant-based alternatives like crumbled tofu or beyond meat for a vegetarian-friendly option that maintains the protein content and texture.
- Meal prep friendly recipe that can be stored in sealed containers for up to 3-4 days, making it perfect for quick lunches or dinner shortcuts during busy weeks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 570 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg