Description
A Taco Rice Bowl is a flavorful, customizable dish that combines seasoned meat, rice, and vibrant toppings for a quick and hearty meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
1 cup long-grain white or brown rice
1 lb ground beef, turkey, or chicken
1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade seasoning)
1/2 cup water
1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 cup diced tomatoes or pico de gallo
1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
1/4 cup chopped green onions
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Lime wedges, for serving
Sour cream, salsa, and/or guacamole for topping
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to the package instructions. This can be done ahead of time and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water to the skillet. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the meat.
- To assemble the bowls, start with a layer of cooked rice in each bowl.
- Top the rice with the seasoned meat, followed by black beans, corn, lettuce, tomatoes or pico de gallo, cheese, olives, and green onions.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro, a squeeze of lime juice, and a dollop of sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.
- Serve immediately or store components separately for meal prep.
Notes
Swap the protein with shredded chicken, ground turkey, or tofu for variety.
Use brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice as alternative bases.
Add extra veggies like sautéed bell peppers, onions, or avocado slices.
Use spicy taco seasoning or add jalapeños for extra heat.
Store ingredients separately in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freeze cooked rice and meat in portions for a quick meal later.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
