Quick Easy Taco Bowl (Printer-Friendly Version)
A vibrant bowl of seasoned beef, rice, fresh greens, and tasty toppings made fast and easy for any night.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Protein
01 -
450 grams ground beef
→ Grains
02 -
200 grams cooked white or brown rice
→ Vegetables
03 -
100 grams romaine lettuce, shredded
04 -
100 grams diced tomatoes or pico de gallo
05 -
50 grams cilantro, chopped
→ Legumes
06 -
130 grams cooked black beans
→ Dairy
07 -
60 grams shredded cheese
08 -
30 grams sour cream or Greek yogurt
→ Other
09 -
100 grams guacamole or mashed avocado
10 -
Juice of half a lime
11 -
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
12 -
Water, as needed for simmering
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 -
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart. Drain excess fat, then stir in taco seasoning and a splash of water. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until well combined.
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While the meat cooks, cook rice according to package instructions or prepare cauliflower rice. Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and set aside.
03 -
Dice tomatoes or prepare pico de gallo, shred romaine lettuce, chop cilantro, and prepare guacamole. Place toppings in small bowls for easy assembly.
04 -
In a wide bowl, layer cooked rice, shredded lettuce, and seasoned beef. Add black beans, pico de gallo, shredded cheese, sour cream or Greek yogurt, and guacamole. Garnish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.
# Handy Cooking Tips:
01 -
Store meat and rice separately from fresh toppings to maintain freshness for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator.