Spicy Meal Prep Cottage Cheese Taco Bowls Recipe
The Spicy Meal Prep Cottage Cheese Taco Bowls Recipe is a healthy and high-protein meal. It is perfect for busy weekdays and quick lunches.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup cooked rice or cauliflower rice
- 1 cup black beans drained
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 avocado sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Ground Meat
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef or turkey. Cook until browned while breaking it apart.
Add the Taco Seasoning
- Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Stir well and cook two minutes for deeper flavor.
Prepare the Rice Base
- Cook rice according to package instructions. If using cauliflower rice, sauté it in a pan for five minutes.
Prepare the Vegetables
- Wash and chop lettuce, tomatoes, onion and cilantro. Slice the avocado just before serving to keep it fresh.
Warm the Beans and Corn
- Add black beans and corn to the skillet with the meat. Stir gently and cook for two minutes.
Add Fresh Lime Flavor
- Turn off heat and squeeze fresh lime juice into the meat mixture. This brightens the taco flavor.
Start Building the Bowls
- Place rice or cauliflower rice at the bottom of each meal prep container. This creates the base.
Add the Taco Meat
- Spoon the seasoned meat mixture evenly over the rice layer in each container.
Add Cottage Cheese
- Add a generous scoop of cottage cheese on one side of the bowl for creamy texture.
Add Fresh Toppings
- Top bowls with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, avocado slices and cilantro. Close containers and store for later meals.
Notes
- Use ground chicken or turkey for a leaner option.
- Add jalapeños for extra spice.
- Use quinoa instead of rice for higher protein.
- Add shredded cheese for richer flavor.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of cottage cheese if preferred.
- Add salsa for extra taco flavor.
- Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.