Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Uncooked white rice
- 2 cups Water or chicken broth
- 1 lb Ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet (about 1 oz) Taco seasoning
- 1 can (15 oz) Black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup Corn, frozen or canned
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes
- 1 cup Shredded lettuce
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup Salsa, for topping
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, optional, for garnish
- Lime wedges, optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions using water or chicken broth for enhanced flavor.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef or turkey and cook until browned.
- Drain excess fat from the skillet. Add taco seasoning and stir to combine.
- Add black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes to the skillet. Cook until heated through.
- Assemble the bowls by placing a layer of cooked rice at the bottom.
- Top with the meat and vegetable mixture, followed by shredded lettuce and cheddar cheese.
- Add salsa and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For an added kick, incorporate diced jalapeños into the meat mixture. Serve with tortilla chips for a crunchy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: None
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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