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Delicious easy taco rice bowl topped with fresh ingredients and served in a bowl.

Easy Taco Rice Bowl

A cozy, crowd-pleasing dinner that combines fluffy rice, savory seasoned ground meat, creamy beans, sweet corn, and crisp bell pepper, all topped with fresh salsa and melty cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice Alternatively, brown rice or cauliflower rice can be used.
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey Use halal-certified meat if preferred.
  • 1 oz taco seasoning About 1 packet.

Vegetables & Toppings

  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced Use any color bell pepper.
  • 1 cup corn Canned or frozen.
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed Canned beans help keep this recipe quick.
  • 1 cup salsa Choose mild or spicy based on preference.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Use a halal-certified cheese or dairy-free alternative if needed.

Instructions
 

Cooking Rice

  • Cook the rice according to package instructions.
  • Rinse 1 cup of long-grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine with 2 cups water and a pinch of salt, bring to a boil, then reduce to a low simmer, cover, and cook for 15–18 minutes. Turn off heat and let rest for 5–10 minutes before fluffing.
  • For a rice cooker, follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Cooking Meat

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat for about 5 minutes; drain excess fat.
  • Break the meat into small pieces while cooking for even browning.
  • Stir in taco seasoning and a splash of water; simmer for 3 minutes.

Combine Ingredients

  • Add diced bell pepper, corn, and black beans; stir until heated through, about 3 minutes.
  • Fold the cooked rice into the meat and veggie mixture until well combined.

Serving

  • Serve in bowls topped with salsa and shredded cheese.
  • If desired, broil for 1–2 minutes until cheese is melted.

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. For best quality, consume within that time frame. Separate fresh toppings until serving. Freeze components for better texture, storing them in freezer-safe containers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4g
Keyword Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, One-Pot Meal, Taco Rice Bowl, Weeknight Dinner
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