Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Optional toppings: sliced jalapenos, chopped cilantro, sliced olives
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef or turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and a splash of water (as per package instructions). Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until flavors meld. Optionally, add diced onions or peppers for extra flavor.
- If not already prepared, cook rice according to your choice (white, brown, or cauliflower). Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- Divide the cooked rice into bowls. Top each with the seasoned meat, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and cheese. Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt. Finish with optional toppings like jalapenos or cilantro for extra zest.
Notes
- Use pre-cooked rice for faster preparation.
- Adjust spice levels with additional jalapenos or hot sauce.
- Vegetarian option: substitute meat with black beans or seasoned tofu.
- Prepare toppings and ingredients in advance for quick assembly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stove-top
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Flexible, can be vegetarian or omnivore
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg