Ingredients
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- 1 cup long-grain rice or jasmine rice
- 1 lb ground beef, chicken, or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade spice blend)
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Olive oil or cooking spray
- Optional toppings: sliced jalapeños, avocado, lime wedges
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions until fluffy. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground meat and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and cook according to package instructions, usually adding water and simmering until thickened.
- While the protein cooks, prepare vegetables: halve cherry tomatoes, rinse black beans, and prepare optional toppings.
- Add black beans and corn to the skillet with the cooked meat, stirring until heated through.
- Layer cooked rice into bowls, then top with the minced meat mixture and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Add dollops of sour cream or Greek yogurt, chopped cilantro, and optional toppings like jalapeños or avocado. Squeeze lime juice over for extra zest.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute ground beef with chicken, turkey, or plant-based options for a vegetarian version.
- Make ahead: Cook rice and prep toppings in advance to save time.
- Adjust spice levels with additional jalapeños or hot sauce for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American-Mexican
- Diet: Flexible; can be adapted to gluten-free, low-fat, or vegetarian diets
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 430 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8 grams
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 55 grams
- Fiber: 8 grams
- Protein: 24 grams
- Cholesterol: 75 mg