Easy Taco Bowl
Experience a fiesta in a bowl with the Easy Taco Bowl! This vibrant dish combines fresh ingredients and bold flavors, creating a satisfying meal perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends, this taco bowl is sure to impress. Customize it to your taste and enjoy a delicious, colorful creation that’s as good for you as it is for your palate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
- 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef or turkey in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Mix in taco seasoning for 1-2 minutes.
- While the meat cooks, prepare the brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions.
- Stir in black beans, diced bell peppers, and corn into the skillet. Cook until vegetables are slightly softened (about 3-4 minutes).
- To serve, layer rice or quinoa in bowls, followed by the meat mixture and top with fresh vegetables and avocado slices.
- Finish with sour cream or Greek yogurt and a squeeze of lime juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, substitute meat with grilled vegetables or roasted chickpeas. Add jalapeños for extra heat or pineapple for sweetness. Store components separately for up to four days to maintain freshness.