Go Back
Tex-Mex beef rice bowl topped with fresh ingredients and spices.

Tex-Mex Beef Rice Bowl

A comforting and quick Tex-Mex beef rice bowl with seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, and creamy avocado, perfect for busy weeknights.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Use lean beef to reduce grease.
  • 1 cup white rice Cook according to package instructions.
  • 2 cups water or beef broth Beef broth adds more flavor.
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce Fresh iceberg or romaine works well.
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes Can substitute with canned tomatoes.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Freshly shredded cheese melts better.
  • 1 avocado, sliced Use ripe avocado for creaminess.
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning Use store-bought or homemade.
  • to taste salt and pepper Adjust according to personal preference.

Method
 

Cooking the Rice
  1. In a saucepan, cook the rice according to package instructions using water or beef broth.
Cooking the Beef
  1. While the rice is cooking, in a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  2. Add taco seasoning, salt, and pepper to the beef, and stir well.
Assembling the Bowl
  1. Assemble the bowl by serving the cooked rice as a base.
  2. Top the rice with seasoned ground beef, fresh lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and avocado slices.
  3. Serve immediately and enjoy your quick Tex-Mex meal!

Notes

Pro tip: If your avocado is too hard or too ripe, put it in a lime-salt bath to revive it. This recipe is versatile; you can swap beef for turkey or use brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice if desired.