Easy Tasty Ground Beef Taco Bowls (Print-Friendly Version)

Seasoned beef, colorful veggies, and creamy cilantro mayo combine for a quick, satisfying dinner bowl.

# Ingredients:

→ For the Ground Beef

01 - 453 g ground beef
02 - 1 packet taco seasoning
03 - 0.25 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
04 - 1 teaspoon chili powder or ground cumin (optional)
05 - 1 teaspoon olive oil
06 - 1 tablespoon tomato paste

→ For the Taco Bowls

07 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced (144 g)
08 - 1 red onion, chopped
09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
10 - 300 g cooked rice
11 - 164 g sweet corn kernels
12 - 100 g romaine lettuce, chopped

→ For the Cilantro Mayonnaise

13 - 1 handful fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - 110 g mayonnaise
15 - 2 tablespoons lime juice (or to taste)
16 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
17 - Salt, to taste

# Steps:

01 - Combine ground beef with taco seasoning, ground cayenne, and chili powder or cumin if using. Mix thoroughly to ensure even seasoning.
02 - Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned ground beef and sauté for 8-10 minutes until browned and cooked through. Stir in tomato paste and cook 2 minutes until well incorporated. Adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
03 - Wipe the skillet clean. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and sauté sliced red bell pepper and chopped red onion for about 5 minutes until softened.
04 - In a blender, combine chopped cilantro, mayonnaise, lime juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning with additional salt if desired.
05 - Divide the cooked rice between serving bowls. Top with the ground beef mixture, sautéed vegetables, sweet corn, and chopped romaine lettuce. Drizzle with cilantro mayonnaise before serving.

# Notes & Tips:

01 - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
02 - To freeze, cool completely and store in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month.
03 - Reheat refrigerated or frozen portions in the microwave until thoroughly heated.