Seasoned beef, cauliflower rice, fresh veggies, and creamy avocado in a vibrant Mexican-inspired bowl.
# What You Need:
→ Seasoned Beef
01 - 1 pound ground beef (85% lean)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 small yellow onion, diced (about 1/2 cup)
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced (about 1/2 cup)
06 - 1 tablespoon chili powder
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
12 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
13 - Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Cauliflower Rice
14 - 2 cups cauliflower rice (fresh or thawed frozen)
15 - 1 tablespoon butter or additional olive oil
16 - Salt to taste
→ Assembly and Garnish
17 - 2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
18 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
19 - 1/2 avocado, diced
20 - 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
21 - 2 tablespoons sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
22 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
23 - Lime wedges for serving
# Directions:
01 - Combine chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, and cayenne in a small bowl. Set aside.
02 - Heat a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and allow it to shimmer. Add diced onion and sauté for 3 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and diced red bell pepper, cooking an additional 2 minutes until softened.
03 - Push vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook for 5-6 minutes until browned with no pink remaining.
04 - Sprinkle prepared taco seasoning over the beef and vegetables. Stir thoroughly to coat and cook for 2 additional minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
05 - Wipe out half the skillet or use a second pan. Add butter or olive oil over medium heat. Add cauliflower rice, season lightly with salt, and cook for 4-5 minutes until tender but not mushy. Keep warm.
06 - Divide shredded romaine lettuce among four bowls. Top each with a portion of the seasoned beef mixture.
07 - Spoon cauliflower rice beside or under the beef in each bowl.
08 - Top each bowl with halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and shredded cheddar cheese. Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side and squeeze fresh lime over the bowl before eating.
