5-Minute Viral Cottage Cheese Taco Bowl Recipe
A quick and flavorful 5-minute viral cottage cheese taco bowl featuring seasoned ground beef, fresh veggies, and creamy cottage cheese for a nutritious and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Dairy
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 lb lean ground beef (or turkey/chicken)
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Vegetables and Legumes
- 1 cup chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup canned black beans (rinsed)
- 2 tbsp diced red onion
- 1 tbsp sliced jalapeños
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Spices and Seasonings
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Hot sauce or salsa, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking up the meat as it cooks to ensure even cooking.
- Season the Meat: Drain the excess fat from the skillet. Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt over the cooked beef. Stir well to evenly coat the meat with the spices.
- Prepare the Base: In a serving bowl, layer the chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce to create a fresh, crunchy base for the taco bowl.
- Add Toppings: Top the lettuce with the seasoned beef, halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, shredded cheddar cheese, rinsed black beans, diced red onion, and sliced jalapeños, arranging them evenly.
- Add Cottage Cheese: Place a generous scoop of full-fat cottage cheese in the center of the bowl for creaminess and added protein.
- Garnish and Flavor: Garnish the bowl with fresh cilantro leaves, a squeeze of lime juice, and a drizzle of your favorite hot sauce or salsa to taste.
- Serve: Serve the taco bowl immediately while the beef is still warm and the ingredients fresh for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Adjust the level of jalapeños and hot sauce based on your preferred spice tolerance.
- Use low-fat cottage cheese if you want a lighter version.
- Black beans add fiber and protein; rinse canned beans well to reduce sodium.
- Serve with tortilla chips on the side for added crunch if desired.
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