A hearty bowl with seasoned beef, rice, beans, fresh vegetables, and zesty toppings for a satisfying meal.
# Components:
→ Beef
01 - 1 pound lean ground beef
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon chili powder
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1/4 cup tomato sauce
→ Rice
12 - 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
13 - 2 cups water
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Beans & Vegetables
15 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
16 - 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
17 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
18 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
19 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
→ Toppings
20 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
21 - 1/2 cup sour cream
22 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
23 - 1 avocado, sliced
24 - Lime wedges for serving
# Method:
01 - In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook one minute more. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned, roughly 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
03 - Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add tomato sauce and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat.
04 - While the beef cooks, heat black beans and corn in a small saucepan or microwave until warmed through.
05 - Divide cooked rice evenly among four serving bowls. Top each with seasoned beef, black beans, corn, diced red bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, and shredded lettuce.
06 - Sprinkle each bowl with shredded cheddar cheese, add a dollop of sour cream, sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, and garnish with lime wedges. Serve immediately.
