Description
Craft a vibrant and satisfying High Protein Taco Bowl with this easy-to-follow recipe. Packed with flavor and nutrients, it’s perfect for a healthy weeknight meal or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb lean ground beef, turkey, or plant-based crumbles
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup water
- 6 cups shredded romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained)
- 1 (15-oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Dice onion, mince garlic, shred lettuce, halve tomatoes, dice bell peppers, chop cilantro. Rinse and drain corn and black beans.
- Cook Protein: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground meat/crumbles and cook, breaking it up, until browned (5-7 mins). Drain excess fat. Add diced onion and cook until softened (3-4 mins). Stir in minced garlic and taco seasoning, cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add water and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide shredded lettuce among 4 bowls. Top with cooked protein. Arrange tomatoes, bell peppers, corn, and black beans around the protein.
- Add Toppings: Spoon salsa, Greek yogurt/sour cream, and shredded cheese (if using) onto each bowl. Top with diced avocado and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins