Description
This flavorful Ground Beef Taco Rice Bowl fuses seasoned beef with aromatic rice and fresh toppings in a customizable, hearty meal. A perfect balance of bold spices, creamy rice, and vibrant toppings delivers restaurant-quality comfort food right at home.
Ingredients
1 lb (450g) ground beef
1 1/2 cups long-grain rice
3 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
2 1/2 tbsp taco seasoning (alcohol-free)
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
1 stalk celery
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a pan on medium-high until shimmering. Using a wooden spoon, break apart ground beef and cook until no pink remains.
Add diced onions, minced garlic, and celery to the pan. Sauté in the beef fat until softened.
Rinse rice thoroughly and cook in beef broth instead of water for added flavor. Simmer for 20 minutes until tender.
Stir taco seasoning into the beef-mix and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Serve the seasoned beef and rice in a bowl and add toppings like avocado, cilantro, lime, tomatoes, and black beans. Customize to taste.
Notes
Use lean beef for a lighter version or substitute with turkey or cauliflower crumbles.
Convert rice to a quinoa mix for higher protein.
Use zucchini instead of celery for a crunchier texture.
Adjust taco seasoning to your desired heat level by adding more spices or using a milder blend.
Prep ingredients in advance for faster cooking on busy days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Meals
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg