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Ground Beef Burrito Bowl

Savory Ground Beef Burrito Bowl Ready in 30 Minutes

This Ground Beef Burrito Bowl is a quick, customizable dinner option filled with taco-seasoned beef, rice, beans, and cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup white or brown rice Rinse until water runs clear
For the Beef
  • 1 pound lean ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey
  • 1 packet taco seasoning Store-bought or homemade
For the Beans and Veggies
  • 1 can black beans Rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn Canned or thawed frozen
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Part-skim for lower calories
  • 1 cup salsa or pico de gallo Add jalapeños for heat
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro Chopped
  • 1 unit lime wedges For serving

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • medium pot
  • microwave

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Ground Beef Burrito Bowl
  1. Cook rice according to package instructions, using 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Simmer for about 15 minutes.
  2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add taco seasoning and ½ cup water to the beef, simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  4. Warm black beans and corn in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Assemble the bowl with rice, beef, beans, corn, cheese, salsa, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store components separately for meal prep; keeping flavors fresh for quick assembly.

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