Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade spices)
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Optional toppings: sliced jalapeños, avocado, cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients and prepare them as needed—dice onions, chop tomatoes, and shred the cheese. Cooking rice ahead of time makes assembly faster.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef or turkey and cook until browned. Stir in the taco seasoning and a splash of water according to the seasoning packet instructions. Let it simmer until fully cooked and flavorful.
- If not already cooked, prepare fluffy rice using a rice cooker or pot. For added flavor, chop vegetables efficiently using a vegetable prep tool if desired.
- Start with a bed of cooked rice, then top with the seasoned meat. Add fresh toppings like chopped tomatoes, lettuce, shredded cheese, and sour cream. Garnish with jalapeños, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime for extra zest.
Notes
- Store leftover components separately in airtight containers for maximum freshness. Reheat in microwave or skillet before serving.
- Freshen toppings by crisping in the oven or air fryer if desired.
- Customize the recipe by substituting ground chicken or plant-based options.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stove top
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Healthy, Trim Healthy, Low-fat
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (roughly 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 430 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg