Southwest Taco Bowl
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 30 min
Serves: 6
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Everything you love about taco night, layered into one hearty bowl you can build ahead and enjoy all week. Seasoned ground beef, fluffy Mexican rice, black beans, and corn form the base, then creamy avocado, salsa, and sharp cheddar pile on top. A squeeze of lime and a scattering of cilantro brighten every bite, making this a filling, flavour-packed meal that keeps beautifully for lunches.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 Lb Ground Beef (or Ground Turkey) - Cooked
- 2 Cups Mexican Rice - Recipe Below
- 1 Can Black Bean
- 1 Cup Corn
- 1 Cup Salsa - Recipe Below
- 2 Avacado - Diced
- 1 1/2 Cups Cheddar Cheese - Shredded
- 1 Packet Taco Seasoning
- 1 Tbsp Cilantro Leaf - Chopped
- 1 Lime - Wedged
- 1 Cup Fresh Tomato Salsa
- 2 Tbsp Taco Seasoning
- 2 Cups Mexican Rice
Directions
Directions
- Cook the ground beef or turkey in a large skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in the taco seasoning with a few tablespoons of water and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Warm the Mexican rice, black beans, and corn separately.
- Top with the seasoned meat, black beans, corn, shredded cheddar cheese, and salsa.
- Store diced avocado separately or add it just before serving to keep it fresh.
- Refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Meal Prep Tips:
- Reheat the bowl (without the avocado) for 1½–2 minutes in the microwave.
- Add the avocado after heating.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Per serving · 6 servingsCalories
650
Fat
35 g
Saturated fat
15 g
Carbohydrates
50 g
Sugar
3 g
Fiber
10 g
Protein
35 g
Sodium
800 mg
Cholesterol
90 mg
Estimated values for general guidance only — not medical or dietary advice.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 Lb Ground Beef (or Ground Turkey) - Cooked
- 2 Cups Mexican Rice - Recipe Below
- 1 Can Black Bean
- 1 Cup Corn
- 1 Cup Salsa - Recipe Below
- 2 Avacado - Diced
- 1 1/2 Cups Cheddar Cheese - Shredded
- 1 Packet Taco Seasoning
- 1 Tbsp Cilantro Leaf - Chopped
- 1 Lime - Wedged
- 1 Cup Fresh Tomato Salsa
- 2 Tbsp Taco Seasoning
- 2 Cups Mexican Rice
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