CFG taco bowls makes 10
CFG taco bowls makes 10 is a medium Mexican‑American recipe that serves 8. 470 calories per serving. Recipe by Cookingforgains on YouTube.
Prep: 12 min | Cook: 25 min | Total: 47 min
Cost: $28.35 total, $3.54 per serving
Ingredients
- 4 lb Ground Beef (80% lean, preferably fresh)
- 1 tbsp Onion Powder
- 1 tbsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tbsp Ground Cumin
- 1 tbsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Black Pepper (Freshly ground)
- 15 g Taco Lime Seasoning (Store‑bought three‑pack from the creator’s page)
- 400 g Bell Peppers (Mixed colors, diced)
- 200 g Onions (Diced)
- 16 oz Protein Pasta (High‑protein, gluten‑free if desired)
- 350 g Plain Greek Yogurt (Full‑fat for creaminess)
- 30 g Cream Cheese (1/3‑fat, softened)
- 1 bottle Chunky Mild Salsa (Approximately 16 oz)
- 1 bag Mexican Pork Cheese (Shredded, about 8 oz)
Instructions
Brown the Beef
Heat the large skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the 4 lb ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Sprinkle with onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, black pepper and the 15 g taco lime seasoning. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is fully browned and no longer pink.
Time: PT5M
Temperature: medium‑high heat
Add Vegetables
Stir in the diced bell peppers (400 g) and onions (200 g). Mix well, then cover the skillet with a lid and let the vegetables soften for about 8 minutes.
Time: PT8M
Temperature: medium heat
Cook the Protein Pasta
While the beef simmers, bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add a pinch of salt and the 16 oz protein pasta. Cook according to package directions (usually 8‑10 minutes) until al dente, then drain in a colander.
Time: PT10M
Temperature: high heat
Prepare the Creamy Taco Sauce
In a mixing bowl, combine the 350 g plain Greek yogurt, 30 g softened 1/3‑fat cream cheese, and an additional pinch of the taco lime seasoning if desired. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Time: PT3M
Combine All Components
Return the drained pasta to the skillet with the beef and vegetables. Add the shredded Mexican pork cheese (entire bag), the prepared yogurt‑cream cheese sauce, and the whole bottle of chunky mild salsa. Stir continuously until the cheese melts and everything is evenly coated.
Time: PT5M
Temperature: medium heat
Portion for Meal Prep
Divide the finished taco bowl mixture evenly among 8 meal‑prep containers. Allow to cool slightly before sealing.
Time: PT5M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 470
- Protein
- 45g
- Carbohydrates
- 12g
- Fat
- 22g
- Fiber
- 2g
Dietary info: High‑protein, Contains gluten, Contains dairy
Allergens: Dairy, Gluten
Last updated: April 19, 2026






