Easy Taco Rice Bowl Dinner (Print-Friendly Recipe)
Seasoned beef, rice, and fresh toppings combine in a colorful, hearty bowl ideal for any mealtime.
# Ingredients List:
→ Base
01 -
1 cup cooked white or brown rice
→ Protein
02 -
1 pound ground beef
→ Aromatics
03 -
1 small onion, diced
04 -
2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Seasoning
05 -
1 packet taco seasoning
→ Beans and Vegetables
06 -
1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
07 -
1 cup corn kernels
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1 cup chopped lettuce
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1 cup diced tomatoes
10 -
1 avocado, sliced or cubed
→ Toppings
11 -
1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
12 -
1/4 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
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Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
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Lime wedges, for serving
# How to Make It:
01 -
Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer on low until rice is tender. Fluff with a fork.
02 -
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned throughout.
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Stir diced onion and minced garlic into beef. Cook until onion softens and becomes translucent. Drain excess fat if necessary.
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Sprinkle taco seasoning over the beef mixture. Add 1/4 cup water, stir to combine, and simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
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Warm black beans and corn in a small saucepan over low heat. Optionally, add a squeeze of lime juice and a pinch of cumin. Stir occasionally until heated through.
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While other components cook, chop lettuce, dice tomatoes, slice avocado, shred cheese, and cut lime into wedges.
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Layer cooked rice in the base of each bowl. Top with seasoned beef, black beans, and corn. Add lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado. Sprinkle with shredded cheese, finish with a dollop of sour cream, and garnish with cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
# Extra Information:
01 -
Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option, or use quinoa as the base for added nutrition.
02 -
Omit the meat and add extra beans or grilled vegetables for a vegetarian bowl.
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Add jalapeños or hot salsa for more heat. Keep toppings separate for convenient meal prep and assembly later.