Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup jasmine or long-grain rice
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning or homemade spice mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by cooking your rice according to package instructions. For added flavor, cook the rice in chicken or vegetable broth instead of water. Once cooked, set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef or turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula. Once browned, add the taco seasoning and a splash of water, stirring until well combined and cooked through.
- In serving bowls, layer the cooked rice as the base. Top with the seasoned meat, cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, shredded cheese, avocado slices, and cilantro. Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, and drizzle with hot sauce or lime if desired.
Notes
- Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the microwave or skillet until hot.
- Keep toppings like avocado and sour cream separate until serving to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Flexible, can be adapted to vegetarian or low-fat options
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 65 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg