Name: Taco Rice Bowl
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mexican-American / Tex-Mex
Ingredients: 200 g (1 cup) uncooked white rice; 480 ml (2 cups) water or chicken broth (for more flavor); 450 g (1 lb) ground beef or turkey; 28 g (1 oz) taco seasoning packet; 425 g (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed; 150 g (1 cup) corn, frozen or canned; 150 g (1 cup) diced tomatoes, fresh or canned; 60 g (1 cup) shredded lettuce; 120 g (1 cup) shredded cheddar cheese; 120 g (½ cup) salsa, for topping; 30 ml (2 tbsp) olive oil; Salt and black pepper, to taste; Optional: fresh cilantro and lime wedges, for garnish

Description

This Taco Rice Bowl is a Tex-Mex inspired one-bowl wonder that combines seasoned meat, fluffy rice, beans, corn, cheese, lettuce, and salsa for a hearty, customizable dinner. Ready in about 30 minutes, it’s the perfect family-friendly meal that’s easy to prep ahead, budget-friendly, and endlessly versatile. Whether you go classic with ground beef or lighter with turkey, this bowl is guaranteed to be a weeknight favorite.

Ingredients

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200 g (1 cup) uncooked white rice
480 ml (2 cups) water or chicken broth (for more flavor)
450 g (1 lb) ground beef or turkey
28 g (1 oz) taco seasoning packet
425 g (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
150 g (1 cup) corn, frozen or canned
150 g (1 cup) diced tomatoes, fresh or canned
60 g (1 cup) shredded lettuce
120 g (1 cup) shredded cheddar cheese
120 g (½ cup) salsa, for topping
30 ml (2 tbsp) olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional: fresh cilantro and lime wedges, for garnish

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Instructions

Cook rice: In a medium pot, combine rice and water/broth. Bring to boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes. Fluff and set aside.
Cook meat: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef or turkey. Cook 6–8 minutes, breaking apart until browned.
Season: Stir in taco seasoning and ¼ cup water. Simmer 2–3 minutes until flavors blend.
Add beans & corn: Stir in black beans and corn. Cook 2–3 minutes until heated through.
Assemble: Divide rice into 4 bowls. Top with meat mixture, tomatoes, lettuce, cheese, and salsa.
Garnish: Finish with cilantro and lime wedges. Serve warm.

Notes

Chicken broth makes rice more flavorful than water.

Ground chicken or shredded rotisserie chicken are great substitutes.

For vegetarian bowls: skip the meat and add extra beans or roasted veggies.

Toppings like guacamole, sour cream, or jalapeños elevate flavor.

Store rice, meat, and toppings separately for best meal prep results.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Dish / Bowl
Method: Stovetop / One-Pan
Cuisine: Mexican-American / Tex-Mex