Taco Bowls with Creamy Lime Dressing
Savor the flavors of these taco bowls, a vibrant and delicious meal combining seasoned beef, fresh veggies, and a zesty homemade dressing. Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner, these taco bowls are both easy to prepare and bursting with flavor.
Servings 6 servings
Calories 617kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 2-3 cloves garlic finely minced or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 3 cups chicken broth
- ¾ cup long grain rice
- 1 (15 oz) can black or pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 Tbsp chili powder
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp paprika smoked or sweet
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Creamy Lime Dressing:
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened to room temperature
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro
- 2 Tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- pinch of black pepper
Toppings:
- corn chips lightly crushed
- shredded cheese
- chopped lettuce
- chopped tomatoes
- sliced olives
- sliced or chopped avocados
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the beef along with the onion. Cook until the meat is no longer pink. Drain off any excess grease. Add in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the tomato paste, tomato sauce, chicken broth, rice, beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, paprika, oregano and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 30-35 minutes until the rice is tender. Stir often and adjust heat as needed to prevent sticking.
- In the meantime prepare the dressing by adding all the ingredients together in a blender and process until smooth.
- To serve, add some crushed corn chips to the bottom of a bowl. Then top with desired toppings including dressing.
Nutrition
Calories: 617kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 2257mg | Potassium: 1111mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 1611IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 165mg | Iron: 5mg