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Taco Rice Bowls

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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • Optional: diced tomatoes sliced jalapeños, sour cream, avocado slices

Method
 

  1. Cook beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and fully cooked; drain excess fat.
  2. Stir in taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water; simmer about 5 minutes until sauce thickens.
  3. Meanwhile, cook rice to package directions if needed.
  4. Scoop a generous portion of rice into each bowl.
  5. Top with seasoned beef.
  6. Sprinkle with cheddar.
  7. Add a spoonful of salsa and handful of lettuce to each bowl.
  8. Add optional tomatoes, jalapeños, sour cream, and avocado.
  9. Serve immediately.

Notes

Feel free to substitute the ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. These bowls are highly customizable, so add your favorite taco fixings to make them your own. Perfect for meal prep! Store the components separately and assemble just before eating.