Description
Delightful and customizable taco bowls perfect for family dinners, allowing everyone to create their own tasty masterpiece.
Ingredients
- Protein: Ground beef, chicken, turkey, or plant-based alternative (lentils or black beans)
- Base: Cooked rice, quinoa, or lettuce
- Toppings: Shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, avocado, fresh cilantro, sour cream, jalapeños, salsa
- Seasoning: Taco seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
- Taco Shells (optional): Tortilla bowls or hard taco shells
Instructions
- Cook the Base: Start by cooking your chosen base (rice or quinoa) according to package instructions.
- Prepare the Protein: In a skillet, brown your ground meat over medium heat. Once cooked through, drain excess fat and stir in taco seasoning, followed by a splash of water. Simmer until thickened.
- Build the Bowls: Place a generous scoop of your base at the bottom of each bowl. Top with seasoned protein.
- Add Toppings: Go wild with toppings! Layer on cheese, diced tomatoes, avocado, and any other favorites.
- Optional Taco Shells: If using tortilla bowls, bake them according to package directions.
- Serve and Enjoy: Make it a family affair by allowing everyone to customize their bowls.
Notes
Meal prep by pre-chopping toppings and cooking protein in bulk for easy assembly. Adjust the spiciness of taco seasoning to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking/Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican