Description
These High Protein Beef Burrito Bowls combine tender ground beef, seasoned brown rice, black beans, and fire-roasted tomatoes for a filling, nutritious meal. Topped with fresh vegetables and cheese, each bowl delivers a robust Tex-Mex flavor with balanced macros, ideal for a protein-packed lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Brown Rice
- 1 cup brown rice
- 1 Tbsp avocado oil, ghee, or beef tallow
- 1 fresh garlic clove, minced
- 2 cups beef bone broth
- 1 Tbsp homemade taco seasoning
For the Beef Mixture
- 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 Tbsp homemade taco seasoning
- 3 fresh garlic cloves, minced
- 1 x 15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 x 14.5 oz can fire roasted tomatoes with juices
Topping Suggestions
- Freshly shredded cheddar cheese
- Ripe tomatoes, diced
- Avocado, pitted and diced
- Jalapeños, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Brown Rice: Rinse the brown rice well using a fine mesh strainer and drain any excess moisture. In a medium pot, heat the avocado oil over medium heat, then add the brown rice, stirring to coat thoroughly. Toast the rice for about 3 minutes, then add one minced garlic clove and cook for another 30 seconds while stirring constantly.
- Add Liquid and Seasonings: Pour in 2 cups of beef bone broth and add 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning. Stir or whisk well to combine. Increase the heat to high, cover tightly with a lid, and bring to a boil.
- Cook Rice: Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the rice is tender. Check rice packaging for specific cook times and add more broth if needed during cooking.
- Cook the Beef Mixture: While the rice cooks, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and crumble with a spatula. Cook until no longer pink, then drain any excess grease.
- Add Vegetables and Seasoning: To the beef, add the diced onion, remaining 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning, and remaining 3 minced garlic cloves. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring often.
- Finish the Beef Mixture: Add the black beans and fire roasted tomatoes with their juice to the skillet. Continue to cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and well mixed.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked brown rice and beef mixture evenly among 4 bowls. Top each bowl as desired with shredded cheddar, diced tomatoes, avocado, and jalapeños.
- Serve: Enjoy your high-protein beef burrito bowls warm, with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Check the doneness of your rice early; some brands cook faster or slower.
- Adjust taco seasoning to taste for more or less spice.
- Swap toppings for your favorites or dietary needs.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for meal prep.
- For a lower-calorie version, use reduced-fat cheese or skip cheese entirely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
