Ground Beef Burrito Bowl
Ground Beef Burrito Bowl is a vibrant and satisfying dish that combines seasoned ground beef with fresh vegetables, fluffy rice, and zesty toppings. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining, this customizable recipe brings a fiesta of flavors to your table in just a few simple steps. Each bite is a delightful mix of textures and tastes that will transport you to sunny Mexico.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 cup canned black beans (rinsed)
- 1 bell pepper (diced)
- ½ medium onion (chopped)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- ½ cup salsa (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Cook the brown rice according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onions and diced bell pepper in a splash of oil until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add the ground beef to the skillet; cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula (about 7 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in rinsed black beans and preferred seasonings (like cumin and chili powder). Simmer for 3 minutes.
- Assemble bowls starting with rice at the bottom, topped with the beef mixture.
- Finish each bowl with sliced avocado, salsa, and any additional toppings you desire.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg