Description
A delightful burger bowl that combines seasoned ground beef, fluffy brown rice, fresh vegetables, and creamy condiments for a comforting yet vibrant meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup sliced pickles
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp mustard
Instructions
- Prepare the brown rice according to the package instructions (approximately 30 minutes).
- While the rice simmers, heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the lean ground beef, seasoned with salt and pepper.
- Cook the beef until browned (about 8 minutes), breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Chop cherry tomatoes, shred lettuce, and slice pickles while the beef cooks.
- Layer the cooked brown rice in a bowl, followed by the ground beef.
- Add the shredded lettuce, halved tomatoes, and pickles on top.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the bowl and drizzle with ketchup and mustard.
- Serve immediately or transport to the table for eager diners.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prep the beef and rice a day in advance for easy assembly. Customize ingredients based on preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg