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Nisrine Idrissii

Ground Beef Taco Bowls

Juicy seasoned ground beef served over fluffy rice with fresh veggies, beans, corn, avocado, and your favorite toppings. These easy taco bowls deliver all the bold taco flavor in a quick, customizable, and satisfying meal. Ready in under 30 minutes!

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound 450g ground beef
  • 1 small onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1/4 cup water or beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 can 15 oz black beans or pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 large avocado
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce or cabbage
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Fresh cilantro chopped
  • Lime wedges (topping)
  • Salsa or pico de gallo (topping)
  • Jalapeno slices (topping)
  • Hot sauce (topping)

Equipment

  • 1 large skillet or spatula
  • 1 wooden spoon
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 sharp knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 4 serving bowls

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic for 30 seconds.
  2. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until no longer pink (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning, salt, pepper, and water/broth. Simmer 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Warm the cooked rice. Gently warm beans and corn if desired.
  5. Divide rice among 4 bowls. Top with seasoned beef, beans, corn, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, and cheese.
  6. Finish with sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, and any other toppings. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use 80/20 ground beef for juicier flavor or lean beef for a lighter version.
  • Pre-cooked or microwave rice works great for faster prep.
  • Store beef, rice, and toppings separately in the fridge up to 4 days.
  • Reheat beef and rice before adding fresh toppings.
  • Swap beef with ground turkey or use extra beans for a vegetarian option.
  • Adjust spice level with extra seasoning or hot sauce.
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