Vibrant layers of seasoned beef, rice, beans, fresh veggies, and zesty toppings in a Tex-Mex style bowl.
# Ingredient List:
→ Beef
01 - 1 lb lean ground beef
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tbsp chili powder
06 - 1 tsp ground cumin
07 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
09 - 1/2 tsp salt
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
11 - 1/4 cup tomato sauce
→ Rice
12 - 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
13 - 2 cups water
14 - 1/2 tsp salt
→ Beans & Vegetables
15 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
16 - 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
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
# Steps:
01 - Combine rinsed rice, water, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 2–3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until evenly browned, 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
03 - Mix in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir in tomato sauce and simmer on low heat for 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens. Remove from heat.
04 - While the beef cooks, warm black beans and corn over low heat or in the microwave until heated through.
05 - Divide cooked rice evenly among four bowls. Top each with seasoned beef, warmed black beans, corn, diced bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, and shredded lettuce.
06 - Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese, add a dollop of sour cream, arrange sliced avocado and chopped cilantro on top, and garnish with lime wedges.
07 - Serve immediately while warm for best flavor and texture.
