Description
A quick and flavorful dish combining seasoned beef, rice, beans, corn, and fresh toppings. A deconstructed taco in a bowl, perfect for busy weeknights or casual meals.
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground beef
2 cups cooked long-grain white rice
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen or fresh corn kernels
1 tbsp taco seasoning
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, lime wedges, sour cream, chopped cilantro
Instructions
Cook rice according to package instructions
Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat
Stir in taco seasoning, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika
Add cooked black beans and corn to the skillet
Simmer mixture for 5 minutes
Serve beef and vegetable mixture over cooked rice
Add desired toppings before serving
Notes
Use ground chicken or turkey for a non-beef version
Olive oil can be added to skillet for richness if needed
Use brown rice for a healthier option
Seasoning can be adjusted to taste
No pork, bacon, ham, or alcohol-containing ingredients used
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: dinner
- Method: Stovetop cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg