A vibrant bowl layered with seasoned beef, rice, beans, fresh vegetables, and zesty toppings.
# Ingredients:
→ 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
# Instructions:
01 - In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook an additional minute.
03 - Add ground beef to skillet and break apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
04 - Mix in chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir in tomato sauce and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until sauce thickens. Remove from heat.
05 - Warm black beans and corn kernels in a small saucepan or microwave until heated through.
06 - Divide cooked rice evenly into four serving bowls. Layer seasoned beef, black beans, corn, diced red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and shredded lettuce atop rice.
07 - Sprinkle bowls with shredded cheddar cheese, add sour cream dollops, sliced avocado, and chopped cilantro. Garnish with lime wedges.
08 - Serve immediately and enjoy.
