ground beef bowl
This delicious ground beef bowl is a hearty and customizable meal that’s perfect for any weeknight dinner. Loaded with flavor and nutrients, it's sure to satisfy your hunger and can be tailored to suit various taste preferences.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 cooking spoon
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 4 bowls for serving
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice white or brown
- 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn drained
- 1 large bell pepper diced
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
- salsa for serving (optional)
- avocado slices for serving (optional)
- shredded cheese for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, and sauté for about 5 minutes until they are softened.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute, stirring often to avoid burning.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with your spoon as it cooks.
- Once the beef is fully cooked, drain any excess fat. Stir in the taco seasoning, salt, and pepper, mixing well to combine.
- Add the black beans and corn to the skillet, stirring everything together. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until heated through.
- To serve, place a mound of cooked rice in each bowl, then top with the beef mixture.
- Add optional toppings such as salsa, avocado slices, shredded cheese, and fresh cilantro as desired.
Notes
You can customize this bowl by adding other vegetables like zucchini, mushrooms, or spinach.
For a low-carb option, serve it without rice or use cauliflower rice instead.
This recipe can be doubled to serve a larger group or made in advance for meal prep.