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A vibrant taco rice bowl featuring seasoned ground beef atop fluffy white rice, garnished with fresh lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and a drizzle of sour cream. The bowl is styled on a rustic wooden table with colorful ingredients surrounding it, emphasizing textures and freshness.

Easy Weeknight Taco Rice Bowl

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A flavorful and easy weeknight dinner with seasoned ground beef, rice, and fresh toppings, all assembled in a single bowl.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup white rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese
  • Sour cream for topping
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice according to package instructions.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef, cook until browned.
  3. Add taco seasoning and a splash of water; simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Assemble bowls by dividing rice, then topping with seasoned beef, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and sour cream.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground chicken or turkey for beef.
  • Adjust spice level with more or less taco seasoning.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450 Kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg