Beef Burrito Bowl Recipe
Quick and satisfying homemade beef burrito bowl recipe with cilantro lime rice, seasoned ground beef, beans, corn, and fresh toppings. Perfect for meal prep or a healthy Mexican dinner.
Print Pin Servings: 4 bowls
Calories: 560kcal
Cost: $12
Equipment
- 1 Large skillet A 12-inch cast iron or stainless steel works best for even browning.
- 1 Medium saucepan with lid With tight-fitting lid, essential for fluffy rice.
- 1 Cutting board Use separate boards for raw meat and fresh vegetables.
- 1 Sharp Chef’s Knife Sharp knife for safe and efficient chopping of onions & toppings.
- 1 Wooden spoon Ideal for breaking up ground beef without scratching pans.
- 1 Fine-mesh strainer For rinsing rice and draining canned beans.
- 4 Serving Bowls Wide, shallow bowls work best for arranging toppings attractively.
Ingredients
For the Seasoned Ground Beef
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20 blend works best
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- salt and black pepper to taste
For the Cilantro Lime Rice
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 2 limes juiced
- 1 teaspoon salt
Fresh Toppings & Assembly
- 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
- 1 large avocado sliced
- ½ cup pico de gallo
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup sour cream
- lime wedges for serving
- hot sauce optional
Instructions
- Rinse the rice until the water runs clear.
- Cook rice in chicken broth for 18 minutes, then rest 5 minutes. Stir in lime juice, cilantro, and salt.
- Sauté diced onion in olive oil in a large skillet.
- Add minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
- Add ground beef and brown until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Warm black beans with a pinch of cumin (optional).
- Steam or microwave corn until hot.
- Assemble the bowls with rice, beef, beans, corn, avocado, pico de gallo, cheese, and sour cream.
- Garnish with lime wedges and hot sauce. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Nutrition
Serving: 450g | Calories: 560kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 920mg | Potassium: 980mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 620IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 4.5mg