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Traditional Okinawan Taco Rice served with shredded lettuce, cheese, and tomatoes.

Taco Bowl

lilya Miller
The taco bowl is a fun variation on the regular taco. It’s all your favorite taco ingredients in a bowl instead of a tortilla a simple, fresh, and family-friendly meal idea!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 520 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

Taco Meat

  • 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 packet taco seasoning or homemade mix
  • 2/3 cup water

Taco Bowl Base

  • 2 cups cooked rice white or brown
  • 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tomato diced
  • sour cream for topping
  • salsa for topping
  • cilantro optional garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess grease.
  • Add taco seasoning and water to the skillet. Simmer for 5–10 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the meat.
  • In a serving bowl, layer rice, black beans, and corn as the base.
  • Top with the seasoned taco meat, lettuce, tomato, cheese, avocado, and any additional toppings you like.
  • Finish with a dollop of sour cream, salsa, and a sprinkle of cilantro. Serve immediately.

Notes

This taco bowl is highly customizable switch the meat for chicken or tofu, use quinoa instead of rice, or add your favorite toppings. Great for meal prep and easy to make gluten-free!
Keyword Beef, Easy Dinner, Gluten Free, Taco