Description
A delicious and customizable taco burrito bowl packed with flavor and fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup guacamole
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Hot sauce for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Beef:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water. Stir to combine and simmer for about 5 minutes or until the mixture thickens.
- Prepare Other Ingredients:
- Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- Dice tomatoes, chop lettuce, slice olives, and chop cilantro.
- Assemble the Bowl:
- In each serving bowl, layer as follows: Start with a base of cooked rice.
- Add ground beef on top.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the hot beef so it melts slightly.
- Arrange lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sliced olives around the beef.
- Add a dollop of guacamole and sour cream.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro.
- Serving:
- Serve immediately while the beef is warm.
- Offer hot sauce on the side for those who like extra spice.
Notes
- Make it Vegetarian: Substitute ground beef with crumbled tofu or a plant-based meat alternative.
- Customize: Feel free to add other toppings like corn, jalapeños, or beans.
- Dietary Modifications: Use brown rice or quinoa for a healthier option, or low-fat cheese and sour cream for less fat.
- Prep Ahead: Prepare ingredients ahead of time for a quick assembly when you’re ready to eat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg