Ranch Taco Party Bowl
This Ranch Taco Party Bowl combines zesty ranch dressing with seasoned taco ingredients for a flavorful and easy-to-assemble Mexican-inspired meal perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup cooked black beans
- 1 cup cooked corn kernels
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes.
- Drain excess fat and stir in the taco seasoning with 1/4 cup water; simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
- While beef cooks, prepare black beans and corn by warming them, if desired.
- To assemble the bowl, start with a base of rice or quinoa if using.
- Add a layer of shredded lettuce, followed by seasoned beef, black beans, and corn.
- Top with diced tomatoes, cheddar cheese, green onions, and black olives.
- Drizzle ranch dressing evenly over the assembled ingredients.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra crunch, add crushed tortilla chips on top just before serving, or swap ranch dressing for a spicy chipotle ranch for added heat.
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