Description
A flavorful Taco Rice Bowl layered with fluffy rice, seasoned beef, black beans, and fresh toppings like lettuce, tomato, cheese, and avocado. A quick and customizable dinner perfect for any night.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white rice (long grain or jasmine)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, diced (optional, for caramelization)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse rice under cold water until clear, then cook with salted water until fluffy. Set aside.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat with olive oil. Add ground beef (or turkey) and cook until browned, breaking apart as it cooks.
- Stir in taco seasoning and a splash of water, simmer for 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and let rest for 1–2 minutes.
- In a small saucepan, simmer black beans with cumin, garlic, and a pinch of salt until warmed through.
- Optional: sauté onions until caramelized for extra flavor.
- Assemble bowls: start with rice as the base, add beans and seasoned beef.
- Top with lettuce, tomato, cheese, and avocado slices.
- Finish with a squeeze of lime and serve immediately.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey for a lighter version.
- Add salsa or hot sauce for extra heat.
- Leftovers can be turned into tacos, burritos, or nachos the next day.
- For meal prep, store ingredients separately and assemble just before eating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
