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Beef Taco Bowls

Beef Taco Bowls
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These Beef Taco Bowls are a quick, flavorful, and vibrant meal combining seasoned ground beef with fresh vegetables over rice or greens. Perfect for busy weeknights, they offer a delicious, customizable, and balanced dinner option without the mess of taco shells.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean or regular ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder mix)
  • 1 cup cooked rice or cauliflower rice
  • 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese or crumbled queso fresco
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Prepare the beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it apart, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  2. Season the beef: Add taco seasoning and a splash of water to the beef. Stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld and the sauce thicken.
  3. Cook the base: Prepare your choice of rice or cauliflower rice according to package instructions, forming the hearty foundation for your bowl.
  4. Assemble your bowl: Start with a generous scoop of rice or greens, then layer seasoned beef, black beans, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, shredded lettuce, and cheese. Finish with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
  5. Add the finishing touches: Serve with lime wedges to brighten and tie all the flavors beautifully together.

Notes

  • Use fresh homemade taco seasoning for better control over salt and spices.
  • Drain fat from the cooked beef to keep the bowl from becoming greasy.
  • Layer wet ingredients like sour cream last to avoid sogginess.
  • Warm rice or base before assembling to keep the bowl cozy and tasty.
  • Prep veggies and cheese in advance to speed up meal preparation.

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