Description
These ground beef taco bowls are a fast, flexible dinner packed with bold taco flavor. Build your bowl with seasoned beef, rice, fresh veggies, and all your favorite toppings for an easy weeknight meal or meal prep favorite that’s ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- ¼ cup water or beef broth
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice, cauliflower rice, or shredded lettuce (base of choice)
- Topping Options:
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- ½ cup salsa
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup guacamole or diced avocado
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup chopped lettuce
- ¼ cup sliced jalapeños
- ½ cup black beans
- ½ cup corn kernels
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Add diced onion and garlic; cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water or broth. Simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- While beef simmers, prepare your bowl base: rice, cauliflower rice, or lettuce.
- Assemble bowls by layering base, taco meat, and desired toppings.
- Finish with a squeeze of lime and sprinkle of fresh cilantro, if using.
Notes
- For a leaner option, use ground turkey or chicken.
- Make vegetarian bowls using black beans or seasoned lentils.
- Add crushed tortilla chips for a nacho-style base.
- Spanish rice or cilantro-lime rice adds extra flavor.
- Keep toppings separate for easy meal prep assembly.
