Description
This Taco Rice Bowl combines all your favorite taco-night flavors into one cozy, quick, and cleanup-friendly dinner. Made with seasoned ground beef or turkey, black beans, corn, fresh veggies, and fluffy rice, it’s the perfect Mexican-American meal prep solution that satisfies everyone at the table in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
200 g uncooked white rice (1 cup)
480 ml water or chicken broth (2 cups)
450 g ground beef or turkey (1 lb)
28 g taco seasoning (1 oz packet)
425 g black beans, drained and rinsed (15 oz can)
160 g corn, frozen or canned (1 cup)
150 g diced tomatoes, fresh or canned (1 cup)
70 g shredded lettuce (1 cup)
110 g shredded cheddar cheese (1 cup)
120 g salsa (½ cup)
30 ml olive oil (2 tablespoons)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional garnish: fresh cilantro and lime wedges
Instructions
1. Cook the Rice
Rinse rice until water runs clear. Boil water or broth, then stir in rice. Cover, simmer for 15–18 minutes. Rest 5 minutes, then fluff.
2. Cook the Meat
In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add ground beef or turkey, cook for 6–8 minutes, breaking it up. Drain fat if needed.
3. Season It
Stir in taco seasoning and a splash of water. Cook 2–3 minutes more to coat evenly.
4. Add Beans & Veggies
Mix in black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes. Simmer for 3–4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Build the Bowls
Start with rice. Top with meat mixture, lettuce, cheddar cheese, and salsa. Garnish with cilantro and lime if desired.
Notes
Swap white rice with brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice.
Use plant-based meat or lentils for a vegetarian version.
Keep lettuce and salsa separate for meal prep freshness.
Make it a taco bar by letting each person customize their toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Plats
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American