Description
This High Protein Taco Bowl is a flavorful and nutritious meal that combines lean protein, fiber-rich ingredients, and fresh toppings for a satisfying bowl-style dinner or lunch. It’s perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dish, featuring seasoned ground beef or turkey served over your choice of rice or cauliflower rice and topped with classic taco accompaniments.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 lb lean ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 packet taco seasoning (low-sodium preferred) or homemade seasoning
- ½ cup water
Bowl Base
- 1 cup cooked brown rice, white rice, or cauliflower rice
Toppings (choose as desired)
- Black beans or pinto beans
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Corn (optional)
- Sliced avocado or guacamole
- Shredded cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese
- Plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat to prepare for cooking the meat.
- Cook the ground meat: Add the ground beef or turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks evenly through.
- Drain fat: Drain any excess fat from the skillet to keep the dish lean and healthy.
- Season the meat: Stir in the taco seasoning and ½ cup of water, then let it simmer for 5–7 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the meat well.
- Prepare the base: Cook the chosen rice or cauliflower rice according to the package instructions to have a warm, tender base for your bowl.
- Assemble the bowl: Start with a layer of cooked rice at the bottom of each bowl, top with the seasoned meat, and add toppings such as beans, lettuce, tomatoes, corn, avocado, cheese, Greek yogurt or sour cream, and fresh cilantro as desired.
- Serve: Serve the taco bowls warm for a comforting and delicious meal.
Notes
- Greek yogurt is an excellent substitute for sour cream that adds extra protein.
- This dish is great for meal prep; store the components separately in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Add heat by incorporating hot sauce or sliced jalapeños to suit your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
