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taco bowl

Taco Bowls

The Crispy Chef
Want a tasty meal fast? This homemade taco bowl recipe is ready in 30 minutes or less and perfect for quick weeknight dinners or family meals. Customizable with various proteins and toppings, it's healthier and more affordable than takeout.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4
Calories 602 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Ingredients
  

Protein and Seasoning:

  • 1 lb. lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup water

Base Options:

  • 3 cups cooked white rice brown rice, or cauliflower rice

Toppings:

  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 tbsp sliced jalapeños
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese
  • 4 lime wedges

Instructions
 

Prepare the Protein:

  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
  • Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  • Mix cornstarch with water, then add to the skillet. Simmer for 5 minutes.

Assemble the Bowl:

  • Start with a base layer of rice or cauliflower rice.
  • Add seasoned ground beef.

Add Toppings:

  • Layer shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeños.
  • Sprinkle shredded cheese and garnish with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Calories: 602kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 37gFat: 21.6g
Keyword customizable recipes, easy weeknight dinner, homemade taco seasoning, taco bowl
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