Southwestern Ground Beef Bowls with Fresh Greens

Southwestern Ground Beef Bowls with Fresh Greens

A quick and flavorful one-skillet meal featuring seasoned ground beef, black beans, and corn, served over brown rice with a fresh side salad for a balanced and wholesome dinner.

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Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned, then drain any excess fat.
  2. Add 1/2 cup yellow onion and 1/2 cup green bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
  3. Stir in 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
  4. Add 1 can black beans (rinsed and drained) and 1 can sweet corn (drained) to the skillet. Stir to combine and heat through, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. While the beef mixture cooks, prepare 1 cup quick-cook brown rice according to package directions, which typically takes about 5 minutes in the microwave or stovetop.
  6. Divide the cooked brown rice between two serving bowls. Top with the warm ground beef and bean mixture.
  7. Serve alongside 2 cups mixed salad greens, drizzled with 2 tablespoons vinaigrette dressing if desired, and garnish the bowls with 1/4 cup salsa.

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