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A vibrant Lean Ground Beef Taco Bowl filled with rice, seasoned beef, black beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado, lettuce, and sour cream.

Lean Ground Beef Taco Bowl

This lean ground beef taco bowl is a simple, satisfying meal loaded with bold flavor and balanced nutrition. Seasoned ground beef cooks quickly with classic spices, then gets layered over rice with beans, fresh vegetables, and a creamy finish. It is perfect for busy weeknights and makes an excellent meal prep option that reheats well.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Assembly
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Small saucepan
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking it apart, until browned and fully cooked.
  2. Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant and well combined.
  3. While the beef cooks, warm the black beans and corn in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave until heated through.
  4. In a small bowl mix Greek yogurt with lime juice until smooth.
  5. Assemble bowls by dividing cooked rice among serving bowls. Top with seasoned beef, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, and shredded lettuce.
  6. Add diced avocado and a dollop of the lime yogurt sauce. Sprinkle with shredded cheese and chopped cilantro.
  7. Serve immediately.

Notes

Swap brown rice for cauliflower rice to lower the carbs while keeping the bowl filling and flavorful.