Description
How to make loaded potato taco bowls with crispy potatoes, seasoned beef and fresh toppings that make perfect meal prep for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 2 lbs russet potatoes, diced into 1-inch cubes
- 1 lb ground beef, 80/20 blend
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
Seasonings
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 green onions, sliced thin
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Prep Potatoes: Preheat oven to 425°F. Dice potatoes into 1-inch cubes and toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on baking sheet in single layer.
- Roast Potatoes: Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and crispy, flipping once halfway through. You want crispy edges and tender centers for the perfect texture contrast.
- Cook Beef: While potatoes roast, heat remaining oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 4 minutes.
- Season Meat: Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with spoon. Stir in taco seasoning, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until fragrant.
- Warm Beans: Add black beans and corn to beef mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide crispy potatoes among bowls. Top with beef mixture and sprinkle with cheese while everything’s still warm so it melts slightly.
- Add Toppings: Finish with dollops of sour cream, fresh cilantro, and green onions. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over each bowl.
Notes
- Don’t skip flipping the potatoes halfway through roasting for even browning.
- Store cooked components and fresh toppings separately for best meal prep results.
- Taste and adjust seasoning in the beef mixture before serving.
- Reheat in microwave for 1-2 minutes, then add fresh toppings.
- Substitute ground turkey for beef if desired, but add extra oil.
- Frozen corn works just as well as fresh for this recipe.
Allergy Information: Dairy
Nutrition
- Calories: 485 calories
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Protein: 28g