Easy Taco Rice Bowls with Ground Beef
Easy Taco Rice Bowls with ground beef are a quick and filling weeknight dinner made with seasoned beef, rice, and classic taco toppings. This simple, customizable taco bowl recipe is perfect for busy families.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 660kcal
Ingredients
For the Taco Beef
- 1½ pounds lean ground beef, 90 to 97 percent lean
- 1 packet taco seasoning or homemade taco seasoning
- ½ cup water
For the Bowl Base
- 2 cups cooked white rice or brown rice, I like to use Minute Rice
Toppings
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup whole kernel corn, or Southwest-style corn
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes or pico de gallo
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek Yogurt
- 1 avocado, diced
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
Directions
- Brown the lean ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Drain excess grease if needed.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer until thickened.
- Warm the rice and divide between bowls.
- Top with taco meat.
- Add beans, corn, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado.
- Finish with sour cream, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 660 kcal | Carbohydrates: 52 g | Protein: 53 g | Fat: 27 g | Saturated Fat: 11 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11 g | Trans Fat: 1 g | Cholesterol: 135 mg | Sodium: 774 mg | Potassium: 1138 mg | Fiber: 8 g | Sugar: 7 g | Vitamin A: 716 IU | Vitamin C: 9 mg | Calcium: 273 mg | Iron: 6 mg
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