Ingredients
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- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 lb ground beef, chicken, or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade seasoning)
- 1 cup black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup diced tomatoes or pico de gallo
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- Fresh lettuce, chopped
- Avocado slices
- Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, chopped cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions; for extra flavor, substitute water with chicken broth.
- In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add ground meat and cook until browned. Stir in taco seasoning and a little water; simmer until fully cooked.
- Add black beans and corn to the skillet with the meat. Cook for 3-4 more minutes until heated through.
- Distribute cooked rice into bowls. Top with seasoned meat mixture, shredded cheese, diced tomatoes or pico de gallo, and chopped lettuce.
- Finish with avocado slices and your choice of optional toppings like sour cream, salsa, cilantro, or lime wedges.
Notes
- Make ahead by preparing the rice and meat filling in advance; store separately in airtight containers.
- Feel free to customize with different proteins or vegetables based on your preferences.
- Use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier, low-carb option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Healthy, High-Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 480 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg