Beef Burrito Bowls Rice Beans (Printable version)
A vibrant bowl layered with seasoned beef, rice, black beans, and fresh toppings for a family-friendly dish.
# What you need:
→ Beef
01 - 1 pound lean ground beef
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon chili powder
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
09 - ½ teaspoon salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
11 - ¼ cup tomato sauce
→ Rice
12 - 1 cup long-grain white rice
13 - 2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
14 - ¼ teaspoon salt
→ Beans
15 - 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
16 - ½ teaspoon ground cumin
17 - ½ teaspoon chili powder
18 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Toppings
19 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
20 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
21 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
22 - 1 avocado, diced
23 - ¼ cup sour cream
24 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
25 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
# How To:
01 - Combine rice, water or broth, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
03 - Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and tomato sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until beef is well coated and sauce is slightly thickened.
04 - Combine black beans, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
05 - Divide rice among four bowls. Top with seasoned beef, black beans, lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cheddar cheese, avocado, and a dollop of sour cream. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The seasoned beef filling works double duty in tacos, nachos, or stuffed peppers
- Everything cooks in under 30 minutes with minimal cleanup
- Each person customize their own perfect bowl
02 -
- The beef mixture tastes even better the next day, so double it if you want easy lunches
- Rinse your rice until the water runs clear for fluffier results
- Warm your tortilla chips on the side for crunch lovers
03 -
- Season your rice with a squeeze of lime and chopped cilantro for instant cilantro-lime rice
- Warm your bowls in the oven for 5 minutes before serving—hot food stays hot longer