Ground Beef Taco Rice Bowl Recipe
A flavorful and easy-to-make taco rice bowl combining seasoned beef, fresh toppings, and fluffy rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Meat and Rice
- 1 lb ground beef 85% lean preferably
- 3 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 packet or 2 taco seasoning mix
- 0.5 cup tomato sauce or salsa
- 1 cup corn kernels fresh, canned, or frozen
- 1 cup black beans rinsed and drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 avocado sliced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- Lime wedges lime wedges for serving
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions, then keep warm.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté onion until translucent, then add garlic and cook briefly.
- Add ground beef, cook until browned, drain excess fat, then season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in taco seasoning and tomato sauce, simmer until thickened, then prepare toppings.
- Assemble bowls with rice, beef, and toppings; finish with lime wedges and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, add hot sauce or salsa as desired.