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Beef taco bowl meal prep with rice, beans, and corn salsa in meal prep containers

Beef Taco Bowl Meal Prep That’s High Protein and Full of Flavor


  • Author: Cindy
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings

Description

This beef taco bowl meal prep is the ultimate make-ahead lunch: high in protein, full of flavor, and loaded with seasoned ground beef, fresh corn salsa, rice, and beans. Ideal for weekly meal planning and gym-goers alike.


Ingredients

For the Corn Salsa:

1 can (14 oz) corn kernels, drained

2 medium tomatoes, diced

½ red onion, diced

1 jalapeño, diced

¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped

Juice of 2 small limes

Salt and pepper to taste

For the Spiced Ground Beef:

2 teaspoons olive oil

1.65 lbs ground beef

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

½ teaspoon chili powder

⅔ cup low-sodium beef broth

3 white parts of scallions, thinly sliced

Salt and pepper to taste

Remaining Ingredients:

1 can (14 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1½ cups basmati rice, rinsed

3 cups cold water

3 green parts of scallions, thinly sliced

Salt to taste


Instructions

1. In a dry skillet over medium-high heat, toast the drained corn for 2–3 minutes until lightly charred. Let cool. In a bowl, combine the corn, tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.

2. In a saucepan, combine rinsed rice, water, and salt. Stir to prevent clumping, then bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook for 14 minutes. Turn off the heat and let steam, covered, for 4 more minutes. Fluff and let cool.

3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 6–7 minutes until browned. Stir in the spices, white scallions, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 more minute. Pour in the broth, bring to a boil, then simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.

4. Divide rice, cheddar, beef mixture, corn salsa, and black beans into 5 containers. Garnish with green scallions. Optional: top with your preferred sauce or dressing.

Notes

Make sure to cool all ingredients before sealing containers to maintain freshness. Salsa is best added on top after reheating, if preferred. Can be frozen without salsa and fresh toppings.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Meal Prep Recipes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American-Mexican fusion