Description
Healthy Ground Beef Taco Bowls are a nutritious, Mexican-inspired meal featuring seasoned lean ground beef over rice, topped with fresh vegetables, beans, cheese, and avocado for a balanced and flavorful bowl.
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 1 pound lean ground beef (preferably 90/10)
- 1 tablespoon quality taco seasoning
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons beef or chicken broth
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, thoroughly rinsed and drained
- 4 packed cups shredded romaine lettuce
- 1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 small ripe avocado, sliced or diced
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Optional toppings: salsa, pico de gallo, sour cream, Greek yogurt, hot sauce, sliced jalapeños, tortilla chips
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your rice according to package directions. For a flavorful touch, consider adding a squeeze of lime juice and some fresh cilantro to the cooked rice once it’s fluffed.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and allow it to shimmer. Introduce the diced onion, seasoning with a pinch of salt and pepper. Sauté, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it apart with a spoon and brown for 3-4 minutes, ensuring it’s evenly cooked through.
- Stir in the taco seasoning, tomato paste, and broth. Combine thoroughly, then allow the mixture to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring all flavors meld and the beef is well-seasoned. Adjust salt and pepper as needed.
- To assemble your taco bowls, divide the cooked rice among four serving bowls.
- Spoon the seasoned ground beef mixture generously over the rice base.
- Arrange the rinsed black beans, shredded romaine lettuce, quartered cherry tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced avocado around the beef mixture in each bowl.
- Finish each bowl with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a lime wedge for a burst of freshness. Serve immediately with your preferred optional toppings like salsa or sour cream, and a side of tortilla chips if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor in the rice, squeeze lime juice and add fresh cilantro after cooking.
- Use lean ground beef (90/10) for a healthier option.
- Optional toppings include salsa, pico de gallo, sour cream, Greek yogurt, hot sauce, sliced jalapeños, or tortilla chips.
- Serve immediately to maintain freshness of toppings like lettuce and avocado.