Description
A delightful dish that combines the flavors of tacos with the heartiness of rice, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 1 cup corn
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- Shredded lettuce
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Salsa
- Optional garnishes: fresh cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water.
- Combine rice and water or chicken broth in a pot and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is cooked.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the ground beef or turkey until browned; drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning, water as instructed, and simmer until well blended.
- Stir in black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes; cook for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the cooked rice and divide among serving bowls.
- Top the rice with the meat mixture.
- Add shredded lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese, and salsa.
Notes
Adjust spices to your taste. For a vegetarian version, use black beans and sautéed bell peppers or mushrooms. Cook rice in chicken broth for a richer taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Taco Rice Bowl, easy dinner, family meal, meal prep, customizable recipe