Description
These Meal Prep Taco Bowls are an essential healthy meal solution for busy individuals. Featuring a protein-packed base of seasoned ground beef or poultry, fluffy rice, black beans, and crisp, fresh vegetables, these bowls are designed to be prepared in advance for a quick, nutritious lunch or dinner. Tossed with a zingy cilantro-lime crema, they provide a perfect balance of savory flavor, creamy texture, and restorative energy to power you through your work week.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
1 packet taco seasoning (cumin/chili powder blend)
2 cups cooked brown or white rice
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
1 lime, juiced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add ground meat to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
Stir in the taco seasoning and a splash of water, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Prepare the cilantro-lime crema by whisking together the sour cream, lime juice, and chopped cilantro in a small bowl.
Divide the cooked rice into four meal prep containers.
Top each container with a portion of the seasoned meat, black beans, shredded lettuce, and cherry tomatoes.
Drizzle with the cilantro-lime crema and seal the containers for storage.
Notes
Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Keep the dressing in a separate small container to add right before serving to maintain the freshness of the lettuce.
Feel free to swap the protein with ground chicken or extra black beans for a vegetarian option.