Easy Taco Bowl 🌮

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (for sautéing)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 medium Yellow Onion (diced)
• 1 pound Ground Beef (80% lean preferred)
• 2 tablespoons Homemade Taco Seasoning (see notes for spice blend)
• 0.25 cup Water (to deglaze the pan)
• 2 cups White Rice (cooked, preferably long grain)
• 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (freshly shredded for meltiness)
• 2 cups Romaine Lettuce (shredded)
• 1 cup Pico de Gallo (store‑bought or homemade)
• 2 tablespoons Hot Sauce (adjust to heat preference)

Instructions

1. Prep Aromatics and Veggies

   Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and shred the lettuce. Measure out the taco seasoning and other ingredients.

   Time: PT5M

2. Sauté Garlic and Onion

   Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced onion, stirring until the onion becomes translucent and the mixture is fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium heat

3. Brown the Ground Beef

   Add the 1 lb ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a wooden spoon and cook, stirring occasionally, until fully browned and no longer pink, about 8–10 minutes.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: Medium‑high heat

4. Season the Beef

   Stir in 2 tbsp homemade taco seasoning and ¼ cup water. Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 4–5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Low heat

5. Drain Excess Fat

   Tilt the pan and carefully pour off any excess fat into a heat‑proof container, or use a slotted spoon to transfer the seasoned beef to a clean bowl.

   Time: PT2M

6. Cook the Rice

   While the beef simmers, rinse 1 cup uncooked white rice until water runs clear. Combine with 2 cups water in a medium saucepan, bring to a boil, then cover and reduce to low for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing.

   Time: PT15M

   Temperature: Boil then low simmer

7. Assemble the Taco Bowls

   Divide the cooked rice among four serving bowls. Top each with an equal portion of seasoned beef, shredded lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese, a generous scoop of pico de gallo, and drizzle with hot sauce.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

520

Protein

28 g

Carbohydrates

45 g

Fat

22 g

Fiber

4 g