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Mexican Ground Beef and Quinoa Taco Bowls
A flavorful and nutritious taco bowl featuring ground beef, quinoa, and fresh toppings, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Vegetables and aromatics
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 garlic cloves garlic (minced)
Main protein and grains
- 1 pound extra lean ground beef
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
Spices and seasonings
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 4 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
Vegetables and toppings
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 540mL can no salt-added black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 cups no salt added broth
- 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
- to taste Shredded cheese
- to taste Sliced green onions
- to taste Lime juice
- to taste Cilantro
- to taste Extra tomatoes
- to taste Avocado or guacamole
- to taste Greek yogurt or sour cream
- to taste Salsa
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet, cook onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Add ground beef, cook until browned, then stir in spices.
- Add corn, beans, broth, and bring to a boil. Stir in quinoa and simmer until absorbed.
- Stir in tomatoes, remove from heat, cover, and sit for 5 minutes.
- Serve the beef and quinoa mixture topped with desired toppings.
Notes
You can customize toppings to your preference for added flavor and nutrition.