Taco Rice Bowl: Quick & Easy Weeknight Dinner (Print Version)
Flavorful Taco Rice Bowl recipe for a speedy weeknight meal. Enjoy seasoned ground meat, rice, and fresh toppings in one satisfying dish.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
# Ingredients:
→ Hearty Foundation
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1 lb lean ground beef (90/10 or 93/7)
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1 cup uncooked brown rice
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2 cups water (for rice)
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1 tbsp olive oil
→ Zesty Taco Fixings
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2 tbsp taco seasoning blend
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1/2 cup mild or medium salsa
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1 (15-oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
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1 cup frozen corn kernels
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Juice of 1 whole lime
→ Fresh & Creamy Toppers
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3 cups shredded romaine lettuce
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 large avocado, diced
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or full-fat)
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1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
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Salt and black pepper to taste
# Instructions:
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Combine 1 cup uncooked brown rice and 2 cups water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until water is absorbed and rice is tender. This forms the hearty base for your Taco Rice Bowl | Quick Weeknight Dinner Solution.
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While rice cooks, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb lean ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and no pink remains, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
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Return the browned beef to the skillet. Stir in 2 tbsp taco seasoning blend, 1/2 cup mild or medium salsa, 1 (15-oz) can black beans (rinsed and drained), and 1 cup frozen corn kernels. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing flavors to meld for your Taco Rice Bowl | Quick Weeknight Dinner Solution.
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While the beef mixture simmers, prepare your fresh toppings. Halve 1 cup cherry tomatoes, dice 1 large avocado, and chop 1/4 cup fresh cilantro. Have 3 cups shredded romaine lettuce, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, and 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt ready.
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Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork. Stir the juice of 1 whole lime into the beef mixture. Season both the beef and rice with salt and black pepper to taste. This ensures every component of your Taco Rice Bowl | Quick Weeknight Dinner Solution is perfectly seasoned.
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Divide the cooked brown rice among 4 bowls. Top each with a generous portion of the taco beef mixture. Arrange the shredded romaine lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, and diced avocado over the beef mixture in each bowl.
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Finish each bowl with 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese and a dollop of 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt. Garnish with 1/4 cup fresh cilantro. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Taco Rice Bowl | Quick Weeknight Dinner Solution!
# Notes:
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For extra flavor, toast the brown rice in a dry pan for a minute before adding water.
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Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Store fresh toppings separately for best results.
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Feel free to swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken. For a vegetarian option, double the beans and corn, or add cooked lentils.
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Offer a variety of hot sauces or a squeeze of extra lime for those who like more zest or heat in their bowl.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Large skillet
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Saucepan
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Cutting board
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Chef's knife
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Measuring cups and spoons
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Can opener
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Colander
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 700 kcal
Total Fat: 29 g
Total Carbohydrate: 68 g
Protein: 44 g