Description
A satisfying and flavorful rice bowl inspired by classic taco flavors, perfect for busy weeknights or make-ahead meals.
Ingredients
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Long-grain white rice – 1 ½ cups
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Water or vegetable broth – 3 cups
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Salt – ½ teaspoon
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Ground cumin – ½ teaspoon
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Ground chicken or ground beef – 1 pound
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Olive oil – 1 tablespoon
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Onion, finely chopped – 1 medium
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Garlic, minced – 3 cloves
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Chili powder – 2 teaspoons
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Ground cumin – 1 teaspoon
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Paprika – 1 teaspoon
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Garlic powder – ½ teaspoon
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Onion powder – ½ teaspoon
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Salt – ¾ teaspoon
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Black pepper – ½ teaspoon
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Tomato sauce – ½ cup
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Water – ¼ cup
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Black beans – 1 cup
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Corn kernels – 1 cup
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Cherry tomatoes – 1 cup
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Shredded lettuce – 2 cups
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Shredded cheese – 1 cup
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Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt – ½ cup
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Fresh cilantro – ¼ cup
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Lime wedges – as needed
Instructions
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Rinse the rice and cook it with water or broth, salt, and ground cumin until tender. Fluff and set aside.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook the onion until soft. Add garlic and cook briefly.
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Add the ground protein and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
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Stir in all spices, tomato sauce, and water. Simmer until thickened and well seasoned.
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Warm the black beans and corn.
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Assemble bowls with rice, protein, beans, corn, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, cilantro, and lime juice.
Notes
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Store components separately for best freshness when meal prepping.
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Adjust spices to suit your taste.
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Serve with extra lime wedges for added brightness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes