Beef Burrito Bowl Flavor (Printable)
A vibrant bowl featuring seasoned beef, fresh veggies, beans, cheese, and tangy lime toppings.
# Ingredient List:
→ Beef
01 - 1 lb lean ground beef
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tbsp chili powder
06 - 1 tsp ground cumin
07 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
08 - ½ tsp dried oregano
09 - ½ tsp salt
10 - ¼ tsp black pepper
11 - ¼ cup tomato sauce or salsa
→ Rice
12 - 1 cup long-grain white or brown rice
13 - 2 cups water
14 - ½ tsp salt
15 - 1 tbsp lime juice
16 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
→ Toppings
17 - 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
18 - 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed)
19 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
20 - 1 avocado, diced
21 - 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
22 - ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
23 - ¼ cup sliced green onions
24 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
25 - Lime wedges for serving
# Steps:
01 - Combine rice, water, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes until tender and water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork, stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro, then set aside.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
03 - Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5 to 6 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
04 - Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until aromatic.
05 - Add tomato sauce or salsa to the beef mixture. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly thickened, then remove from heat.
06 - Divide rice evenly among four bowls. Top each with seasoned beef, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, avocado, cheese, and desired toppings.
07 - Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, sprinkle with green onions and cilantro leaves, and serve with lime wedges.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It comes together in 40 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners when you want something impressive without the fuss.
- The seasoned beef is so flavorful you'll wonder why you ever ordered takeout.
- You can customize every bowl to your tastes, so there's no arguing about toppings at the table.
- It's naturally gluten-free if you choose your spices carefully, making it accessible for everyone.
02 -
- Don't skip rinsing the black beans—the starchy liquid will make your bowl taste dull and muddy instead of fresh.
- Toast your spices for those 30 seconds after adding them; it's the difference between a good bowl and one that makes people ask for your recipe.
- Assemble your bowls right before eating so the avocado doesn't brown and the cheese doesn't get too melty before it hits the table.
03 -
- Make your rice ahead of time and reheat it gently—this saves you 20 minutes on a busy night and takes the pressure off coordinating everything at once.
- Brown your beef in batches if you need to make more than one batch; crowding the pan steams the meat instead of browning it, and that's where flavor lives.