Description
A flavorful and filling Loaded Potato Taco Bowl recipe perfect for meal prepping. Easy to make with roasted potatoes, seasoned meat and beans, and fresh toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 pound ground turkey or lean ground beef (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon taco seasoning blend
- 1/4 cup water or broth
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
- Salsa, for serving
- Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt, for serving
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Optional toppings: pickled jalapeños, chopped red onion, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2. Toss cubed potatoes with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet.
- 3. Roast potatoes for 25-30 minutes, until tender and browned, flipping halfway.
- 4. If using meat, brown it in a skillet. Drain fat. Add onion and cook until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 5. Stir in taco seasoning and water/broth. Simmer until thickened. Add black beans and corn. Cook until heated through. Stir in half the cilantro and parsley.
- 6. Remove roasted potatoes from the oven.
- 7. Assemble bowls: Start with roasted potatoes.
- 8. Top with meat and bean mixture.
- 9. Add fresh cilantro, avocado, and cheese.
- 10. Serve with salsa, sour cream/yogurt, and lime wedges.
Notes
Store cooled components in airtight containers in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave. Add fresh toppings like avocado and cilantro after reheating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked, Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 550-750 (depending on meat and toppings)
- Sugar: 5-10g
- Sodium: 600-900mg (can vary greatly with seasoning and added salt)
- Fat: 20-35g (depending on toppings)
- Carbohydrates: 60-80g
- Fiber: 10-15g
- Protein: 25-40g (depending on meat)