Description
This Burrito Bowl Meal Prep recipe is a quick, flavorful, and balanced meal perfect for busy weeknights or packed lunches. Featuring seasoned ground turkey or beef, cooked rice, black beans, corn, cheese, salsa, and fresh green onions, this dish combines protein, carbs, and veggies in a convenient bowl format. The recipe is designed for batch cooking, allowing you to prepare four hearty servings in about 30 minutes, making it ideal for meal prepping and reheating throughout the week.
Ingredients
Grains
- 4 cups cooked rice (about 1.5 cups uncooked rice)
Proteins
- 1 lb. ground turkey or beef
- 1 15oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 4 oz. cheese (about 1 cup shredded)
Vegetables & Extras
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 1/3 cups salsa
Seasoning
- Taco seasoning, about 1 packet or 2 tablespoons
- 1/2 cup water (for simmering the seasoned meat)
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Prepare the rice according to package directions to yield 4 cups cooked rice. Typically, use 1.5 cups uncooked rice and 2.5 cups water. While the rice cooks, proceed to prepare the other ingredients.
- Cook the Meat: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey or beef, optionally adding a bit of oil depending on the meat’s fat content, and cook until fully browned and no longer pink.
- Season the Meat: Stir in the taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water. Simmer the mixture for about 5 minutes until the water reduces and forms a saucy consistency. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Additional Ingredients: Thaw the frozen corn kernels. Rinse and drain the black beans. Shred the cheese and slice the green onions.
- Assemble the Bowls: Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and evenly distribute it into four containers. Top each with the seasoned meat, corn, black beans, shredded cheese, salsa, and sliced green onions.
- Reheat and Serve: When ready to eat, reheat the bowls in the microwave for 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts and the components are warmed through.
Notes
- Use lean ground turkey for a lower-fat option or ground beef for richer flavor.
- Adjust taco seasoning amount according to your taste preference or dietary restrictions.
- Can use brown rice instead of white rice for added fiber, but cooking times may vary.
- Store meal prep bowls covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Feel free to add extra toppings like avocado, sour cream, or cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Meal Prep
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
