Description
A customizable taco bowl made with seasoned ground turkey, cilantro lime rice, fresh toppings, and creamy Greek yogurt taco sauce. Perfect for meal prep or family dinners.
Ingredients
Protein:
- 1 lb ground turkey (or chicken, beef, tofu, or plant-based meat)
- 3 tbsp taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
Rice:
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
- Juice of ½ lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Toppings:
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 2 cups shredded lettuce (romaine, iceberg, or spinach)
- Optional: jalapeños, corn, red onion, crushed tortilla chips
Sauce:
- Greek Yogurt Taco Sauce (Greek yogurt + taco seasoning + lime juice)
- Or substitute salsa, ranch, or buffalo yogurt dressing
Instructions
- Cook the Protein: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Brown ground turkey until fully cooked (10–12 mins), adding taco seasoning halfway through.
- Prepare the Rice: In a bowl, combine cooked rice with cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Prep the Toppings: Chop veggies and prep toppings (avocado, tomatoes, black beans, cheese, lettuce).
- Assemble the Bowl: In each bowl, layer: ½ cup cilantro lime rice, 4 oz taco meat, ¼ sliced avocado, ¼ cup black beans, ¼ cup cheese, and ½ cup lettuce or tomatoes. Drizzle sauce of choice on top.
- Garnish & Serve: Add fresh cilantro, lime wedge, and optional tortilla chips or jalapeños. Enjoy!
Notes
Great for meal prep — store components separately and assemble fresh. Works with cauliflower rice for a lower-carb version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop + Assembly
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired