Description
Taco Rice Bowl is a vibrant and customizable dish that brings together seasoned ground meat, fluffy rice, and a colorful array of toppings. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this meal is a crowd-pleaser with its delicious flavors and fun assembly. With just 35 minutes of prep and cooking time, you can create a satisfying bowl that everyone will love. The best part? Each person can tailor their bowl to their taste preferences, making it suitable for both picky eaters and adventurous palates. Dive into this flavorful experience today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup salsa
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rice: Rinse the rice under cold water. In a pot, combine with water or broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Prepare the meat: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook ground beef or turkey with taco seasoning until browned.
- Add beans and corn: Stir in drained black beans and corn; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Assemble the bowls: Fluff cooked rice; divide among serving bowls. Top with meat mixture, diced tomatoes, lettuce, cheese, and salsa.
- Serve: Encourage everyone to customize their bowls before enjoying together.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg