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Ground Beef Burrito Bowl – A Hearty Weeknight Favorite

Ground beef burrito bowl with rice and toppings
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Need a weeknight dinner that’s bold, filling, and fast? This ground beef burrito bowl packs juicy taco-seasoned beef, fluffy rice, black beans, corn, melty cheddar, and a cool pop of salsa and cilantro. It’s high-protein, customizable, and great for meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked white rice (or brown/cilantro-lime rice) per bowl

  • 1/2 cup taco-seasoned ground beef per bowl (see below)

  • 1/4 cup black beans, rinsed and drained

  • 1/4 cup corn, canned (drained) or frozen (thawed)

  • 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, freshly shredded

  • 2 tbsp salsa or pico de gallo

  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

  • Optional Garnish: Lime wedges

Taco-Seasoned Ground Beef (Serves 4):

  • 1 lb lean ground beef

  • 1 packet taco seasoning (or about 2 tbsp)

  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions

1. Cook 1 cup rice per bowl according to package directions. Keep it hot and fluffy. Tip: Rinse rice until water runs clear; add a squeeze of lime and pinch of salt after cooking for extra flavor.

2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add ground beef, breaking it up, and cook until browned, 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat.

3. Return skillet to heat, sprinkle in taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water. Stir and simmer 3–5 minutes until saucy and glossy. Add more water if dry.

4. Rinse and drain black beans. Drain or thaw corn. Chop cilantro. Tip: Warm beans and corn briefly in microwave so they don’t cool the bowl.

5. Spoon hot rice into each bowl. Add 1/2 cup seasoned beef, 1/4 cup black beans, and 1/4 cup corn in neat sections.

6. Sprinkle 1/4 cup shredded cheddar on top to melt slightly.

7. Finish each bowl with 2 tbsp salsa and 1 tbsp chopped cilantro.

8. Optional: Garnish with a lime wedge for serving.

Notes

Time-saver: Use microwaveable or leftover rice to reduce total time to about 20 minutes.

Meal prep: Store ingredients separately for up to 4 days and assemble just before serving.

Make it lighter: Use brown rice, part-skim cheese, and low-sodium taco seasoning.

Variations: Add lettuce, avocado, sautéed peppers, or a drizzle of sour cream or chipotle mayo.

Find it online: https://cookingwithramsay.com/ground-beef-burrito-bowl/