Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Ground Beef Taco Bowls with Cilantro Lime Crema, a delightful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This quick and easy recipe is ready in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Each bowl features fluffy cilantro lime rice, perfectly seasoned ground beef, sautéed corn and bell peppers, topped with a creamy cilantro lime crema that adds a refreshing twist. Customize your bowls with your favorite toppings for a truly personalized dining experience. Say goodbye to takeout and enjoy a delicious, homemade meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked long grain rice, rinsed and drained
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- Pinch of salt
- 1 packet taco seasoning (1/4 cup)
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 2 bell peppers, cored and sliced
- 1 onion, peeled and sliced
- 3 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
- Pico de gallo
- 1 cup plain unsweetened Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Cilantro Lime Crema: In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt (or sour cream), chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix until smooth and refrigerate.
- Cook the Cilantro Lime Rice: In a pot, bring rinsed rice, water, lime juice, cilantro, and salt to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
- Sauté the Corn: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and frozen corn. Sauté for 3–5 minutes until tender.
- Sauté Peppers and Onions: Add sliced bell peppers and onions to the skillet; sauté for 5–7 minutes until soft.
- Cook Ground Beef: In the same skillet, add ground beef with salt. Cook until browned through.
- Season Ground Beef: Stir in taco seasoning and water; let simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Assemble Bowls: In serving bowls, layer chopped lettuce, sautéed vegetables, seasoned beef, pico de gallo, and drizzle with cilantro lime crema.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg