Cozy, colorful, and packed with flavor, these Ground Beef Burrito Bowls are the kind of dinner everyone gets excited about. They’re hearty, customizable, and perfect for busy weeknights. Set everything out and let everyone build their own bowl just the way they like it.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 1/3 cup water
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
- Add ground beef and cook 6-8 minutes, breaking it apart, until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Stir in taco seasoning and 1/3 cup water. Simmer 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Warm black beans and corn in a small saucepan or microwave until heated through.
- Divide cooked rice among serving bowls. Top with seasoned beef, beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, shredded cheddar, and avocado slices.
- Add a dollop of sour cream, sprinkle with cilantro, squeeze fresh lime juice over the top, and season with salt to taste.
Tip
For meal prep, store each component separately in airtight containers and assemble when ready to eat for the freshest texture.
Serve these bowls warm and let everyone pile on their favorite toppings for an easy, satisfying dinner.
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Ground Beef Burrito Bowls
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
These Ground Beef Burrito Bowls are hearty, customizable, and perfect for busy weeknights with simple, fresh toppings.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
1/3 cup water
2 cups cooked white rice
1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 avocado, sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup sour cream
Juice of 1 lime
Salt to taste
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
2. Add ground beef and cook 6-8 minutes, breaking it apart, until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
3. Stir in taco seasoning and 1/3 cup water. Simmer 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. Warm black beans and corn in a small saucepan or microwave until heated through.
5. Divide cooked rice among serving bowls. Top with seasoned beef, beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, shredded cheddar, and avocado slices.
6. Add a dollop of sour cream, sprinkle with cilantro, squeeze fresh lime juice over the top, and season with salt to taste.
Notes
Store components separately for meal prep and assemble just before serving for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican Inspired