Description
Discover a delicious and healthy way to enjoy dinner with this Easy Taco Rice Bowl. Packed with flavorful seasoned beef or turkey, fresh vegetables, beans, and rice, it’s the perfect fast and nutritious meal for busy weeknights. Ideal for meal prep, family dinners, and Taco Tuesday, this Mexican-inspired bowl offers a balance of protein, fiber, and vibrant flavors that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 can black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup diced tomatoes or salsa
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
- Fresh cilantro and lime for garnish
- Shredded cheese (optional)
- Avocado slices (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef or turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add the taco seasoning and a splash of water, stirring well to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- In serving bowls, layer cooked rice as the base. Top with seasoned protein, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes or salsa.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime. For extra flavor, sprinkle with shredded cheese or add slices of avocado. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or in the oven for a crispy finish.
- Add additional toppings like sour cream, jalapeños, or shredded lettuce for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 65 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg