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Taco Bowl

Taco Bowl

The ultimate comfort food, the Taco Bowl is a delicious and colorful meal that brings together fresh ingredients and savory flavors. This easy weeknight dinner is perfect for busy evenings or casual gatherings with friends and family. You’ll love how customizable it is!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

  • 1 packet Ranch dip mix about 3 tablespoons
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 bunch cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1-3 teaspoon diced jalapenos
  • ½-⅔ cup milk
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 envelope taco seasoning
  • ¾ cup water
  • 6 cups cooked rice
  • 3 cups chopped Romaine lettuce
  • 1 can whole kernel corn 15.25 ounce, drained
  • 1 can black beans 15 ounce, drained and rinsed
  • 2 Roma tomatoes diced
  • 1 avocado avocado halved, pitted, peeled, diced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Skillet
  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Chef's Knife
  • Blender
  • Peeler
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. Blend Ranch dip mix, mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, minced garlic, and 1-3 teaspoons diced jalapenos in the blender. Add milk until it's the consistency you want. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  2. Cook ground beef in a large skillet. Add ¾ cup water and stir in a packet of taco seasoning to the skillet and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  3. Assemble bowls by adding 1 cup of cooked rice to each bowl and dividing the beef mixture, chopped lettuce, corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, avocado, and fresh cilantro in each bowl.
  4. Drizzle with creamy cilantro dressing. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Cooked rice: Our favorite is Cilantro Lime Rice or try our Instant Pot Brown Rice.
  • Prep ahead of time: The lettuce and tomatoes, meat, rice, and dressing can all be prepared 1-2 days ahead of time and stored in separate containers in the fridge.
  • Store leftover ingredients: Store in separate airtight containers in the fridge for 3-4 days.
  • Store a leftover taco bowl: Remove as much of the toppings as you can and store the rice & beans in a container and the toppings in a separate container. Reheat in the microwave and add the lettuce and avocados back into the bowl.