Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Cook brown rice according to package instructions (approximately 40-45 minutes). Set aside once cooked.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the lean ground beef. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Break up the meat with a wooden spoon as it cooks, stirring occasionally until browned all over with no pink remaining, about 8 minutes.
- Drain excess fat from the cooked beef and set aside.
- While beef is cooking, prepare vegetables: halve cherry tomatoes, shred lettuce into bite-sized pieces, and slice pickles if needed.
- In a small bowl, mix ketchup and mustard together until well combined. Set aside for drizzling.
- To assemble bowls: Start with a layer of cooked brown rice at the bottom of each serving bowl.
- Add seasoned ground beef on top of rice while still warm, followed by layers of shredded lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced pickles.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese while the beef is still warm so it melts slightly.
- Drizzle the ketchup-mustard sauce over all the assembled ingredients and serve immediately.
Notes
For meal prep, store components separately in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Keep sauce and fresh vegetables separate until serving. For a low-carb version, omit rice and add extra lettuce or use cauliflower rice. Can substitute ground turkey or chicken for beef. Add bacon bits, jalapenos, or different cheese varieties for customization.
