Taco Rice Bowl
A delicious and easy-to-make Taco Rice Bowl that combines savory ground meat, beans, and fresh toppings for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Grains
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 2 cups water or chicken broth use chicken broth for more flavor.
Protein
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey turkey for a lighter option.
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz.)
Canned Goods
- 1 can black beans (15 oz, drained and rinsed.)
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned.)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned.)
Vegetables
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup salsa (for topping.)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste salt and pepper
- optional fresh cilantro and lime wedges (for garnish.)
Instructions
- Cook rice in water or chicken broth according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook ground meat until browned.
- Add taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes to the skillet; stir to combine.
- Simmer for 5-10 minutes until heated through.
- Serve the meat mixture over rice and top with lettuce, cheese, salsa, and optional garnishes.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding avocado or jalapeños as toppings.