Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of long-grain rice or jasmine rice
- 1 lb ground beef, chicken, or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning or homemade spice blend
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to the package instructions. For added flavor, cook in broth or add a pinch of cumin.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground meat and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in taco seasoning and a splash of water. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until spices are well incorporated.
- Prepare fresh toppings: chop tomatoes, shred lettuce, slice avocados, and prepare cheese.
- Assemble the bowls: start with a base of cooked rice, add seasoned meat, then top with fresh toppings like tomatoes, lettuce, avocado, and cheese. Finish with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt and optional hot sauce or lime.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with chicken, turkey, or plant-based proteins like black beans or tofu.
- Use cauliflower rice for a lower-carb version.
- Prepare ingredients in advance for quick assembly, storing cooked rice and chopped toppings separately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg