Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain rice or brown rice (for a healthier choice)
- 1 lb ground beef, chicken, or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
- Optional toppings: sour cream, sliced jalapeños, salsa
Instructions
- Cook 1 cup of rice according to package instructions. For extra flavor, add lime juice and cilantro during cooking.
- In a large skillet, cook ground meat over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and a splash of water; simmer until well coated and flavors meld.
- Warm corn and black beans separately.
- Chop cherry tomatoes and slice avocado.
- Assemble bowls by layering cooked rice, seasoned meat, corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, and shredded cheese.
- Top with sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, and squeeze lime juice. Add optional toppings like sour cream or salsa to taste.
Notes
- Use leftover rice and cooked proteins for quick assembly.
- Adjust spice level by adding jalapeños or hot sauce.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute meat with sautéed mushrooms or plant-based crumbles.
- Can be prepared in advance and stored separately to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Flexible (vegetarian option available)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 63 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg