Beef Taco Bowl with Cheese & Beans
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The Beef Taco Bowl with Cheese & Beans is a savory dish featuring seasoned beef, melted cheese, and hearty beans, all served in a convenient bowl. It's a protein-packed option that also provides important nutrients like iron and calcium.
Healthy Heart Food dieticians curate meals with this dish alongside Brown Rice and unsweetened Applesauce for a balanced dining experience.
This item is served in various meal programs across NYC, including school meals, senior nutrition, and shelter feeding.
Popular Home Recipes for Beef Taco Bowl with Cheese & Beans
Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of Beef Taco Bowl with Cheese & Beans shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.
This Beef Taco Bowl with Cheese & Beans is a savory and protein-packed meal that's perfect for family dinners, combining seasoned beef, melted cheese, and hearty beans in a single, delicious bowl.
Ingredients
- •1 lb ground beef
- •1 tbsp olive oil
- •1 packet taco seasoning
- •1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- •1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- •2 cups cooked brown rice
- •1 cup salsa
- •1 cup diced tomatoes
- •1 cup chopped lettuce
- •1/2 cup sour cream
- •1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- 1Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3Stir in taco seasoning and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- 4Add black beans to the skillet and stir to combine, then remove from heat.
- 5In serving bowls, layer cooked rice, beef and bean mixture, and top with cheddar cheese.
- 6Add salsa, diced tomatoes, chopped lettuce, and a dollop of sour cream on top.
- 7Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Chef Tips
- For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños as a topping.
- Substitute ground turkey for a leaner option.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.