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A colorful and hearty Easy Ground Beef Burrito Bowl with various toppings.

Ultimate Easy Ground Beef Burrito Bowl

This ultimate easy ground beef burrito bowl recipe is a quick, customizable, and satisfying meal perfect for a weeknight dinner. Featuring seasoned ground beef, rice, beans, corn, and all your favorite toppings, it's a healthy and delicious way to enjoy the flavors of a burrito without the tortilla.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn drained
  • 2 cups cooked rice white or brown

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Spoon

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet and brown the ground beef for 5-7 minutes; drain excess grease.
  2. Stir in taco seasoning and water, then simmer for 5 minutes until the liquid reduces and beef is coated.
  3. Add rinsed black beans and drained corn, heating for 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
  4. Divide cooked rice among bowls and top with the seasoned beef mixture.
  5. Allow everyone to customize their bowls with preferred toppings like lettuce, cheese, salsa, and a squeeze of lime.
  6. Serve immediately for a personalized and enjoyable meal.

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different types of beans, grains, or add extra vegetables like bell peppers or onions to the beef mixture. For a vegetarian option, swap the ground beef for plant-based crumbles or extra beans and corn with a hearty mushroom or sweet potato base.