Ground Beef Taco Bowls

These easy taco bowls are loaded with seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, crisp romaine, creamy avocado, black beans, corn, and juicy tomatoes, all topped with zesty cilantro lime dressing. They come together in just 30 minutes, are completely customizable for kids and adults, and make perfect leftovers for lunch the next day.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. ground beef  
• 1 packet taco seasoning  
• 1/3 cup water  
• 2 1/2 cups cooked white rice or 3/4 cup uncooked 
• 2 cups shredded romaine  
• 2 avocados peeled and sliced  
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed  
• 1 can of corn  
• 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes  
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced onion or pickled red onion  
• 4 oz shredded cheese, optional  
• 1 batch creamy jalapeno dressing or chipotle honey vinaigrette  
• Fresh cilantro and lime wedges to garnish

Cooking:

1. Brown the beef in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until no pink remains. Stir in the taco seasoning with water and cook until combined and thickened. 
2. Assemble the bowls with white rice, shredded romaine, avocado, black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, onion, cheese, and a drizzle of dressing. Serve with fresh cilantro and lime juice.

Notes:

• Storage & Meal Prep: Store the beef and rice separately from toppings in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Reheat the beef and rice in the microwave, then add fresh toppings just before serving.  
• Dressing: Instead of homemade dressing, you can use your favorite store-bought dressing, like a creamy salsa ranch or just taco sauce and sour cream.  
• More Topping Ideas: Pico de gallo, homemade guacamole (or store bought), shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, avocado crema, crushed tortilla chips

Safe Handling Tips:

• Wash hands with soap and water before cooking and always after touching raw meat. 
• Separate raw meat from other foods. 
• Wash all cutting boards, utensils, and dishes after touching raw meat. 
• Do not reuse marinades used on raw foods. 
• Wash all produce prior to use. 
• Cook steaks and roasts until temperature reaches 145°F for medium rare, as measured by a meat thermometer, allowing to rest for three minutes. Cook Ground Beef to 160°F as measured by a meat thermometer. 
• Refrigerate leftovers promptly. 

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