Description
Southwest Beef Burrito Bowls are a quick, flavorful meal‑prep favorite that combines seasoned smoked beef, fluffy rice, black beans, sweet corn, crisp red bell pepper, creamy avocado and zesty salsa. This easy recipe delivers balanced protein, carbs and healthy fats in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy families and anyone craving a satisfying Mexican‑inspired bowl. Ideal for lunch or dinner, these bowls store well for a week‑long supply of tasty, nutritious meals ready anytime today!.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Add chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to the beef and stir until well combined.
- Cook rice according to package directions.
- In meal‑prep containers, layer rice, seasoned beef, black beans, corn, and diced red bell pepper.
- Top each bowl with salsa, avocado slices, and garnish with fresh cilantro. Store refrigerated.
Notes
- For extra heat, add jalapeño or hot sauce. Avocado stays fresh longer when brushed with a little lime juice. Bowls keep well for up to four days
- reheat in microwave or enjoy cold.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Meal Prep
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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