Beef Tacos with Rice
Beef tacos with Mexican rice, beans, and guacamole. 640 calories, 34g protein.
Beef Tacos with Rice has 640 calories per serving, with 34g protein, 62g carbs, 24g fat, and 8g fiber. Prep 10 min, cook 20 min.
Nutrition per serving
1 serving(s)
640
Calories
34g
Protein
68% DV
62g
Carbs
23% DV
24g
Fat
31% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
💪 34g protein per serving.
🫘 8g fiber per serving.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
20 min
Servings
1
Est. Cost
$4.50
Beef Tacos with Rice
Smoky seasoned beef tacos served alongside Mexican-style rice and beans with a dollop of avocado. A complete 640-calorie plate with 34g of protein and 8g of fiber.
Ingredients
- 1 cup lean ground beef
- 3 corn tortillas
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1/4 avocado, diced
- 2 tbsp red onion, diced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Cook brown rice according to package directions; keep warm.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and saute garlic 30 seconds.
- Add ground beef, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper; cook 5-7 minutes, breaking it up, until browned.
- Warm the black beans in a small saucepan over low heat.
- Mash the avocado with lime juice and a pinch of salt for quick guacamole.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side.
- Fill each tortilla with beef, then serve alongside the rice and beans.
- Top tacos with salsa, red onion, cilantro, and avocado, finishing with a squeeze of lime.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 640 kcal |
| Protein | 34g |
| Carbs | 62g |
| Fat | 24g |
| Fiber | 8g |
Tips
- Cook the rice in broth instead of water for a more flavorful side.
- Keep toppings in separate containers so leftovers stay crisp.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout. Add a splash of broth or water to prevent drying.
Equipment
skillet
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