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Taco Loaded Potato Bowl
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Taco Loaded Potato Bowl
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Taco Loaded Potato Bowl

This Taco Loaded Potato Bowl recipe features tender oven-roasted potatoes topped with seasoned minced meat, fresh pico de gallo, creamy mashed avocado, and a dollop of sour cream. It's a hearty and flavorful meal perfect for a satisfying dinner, combining the comfort of a loaded baked potato with the vibrant flavors of tacos.
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Finished Taco Loaded Potato Bowl
Finished Taco Loaded Potato Bowl

Recipe Information

15m
Prep Time
45m
Cook Time
1h
Total Time
2
Servings
Medium
Tex-Mex
English
Nutrition (per serving)
800
Calories
30g
Protein
45g
Carbs
60g
Fat
Layered Bowl
Layered Bowl

Ingredients

  • Potatoes
    (for oven roasting)

    2 units
  • Minced Meat
    (e.g., ground beef or turkey)

    250 g
  • Taco Seasoning
    (or 2 tablespoons)

    1 packet
  • Tomatoes
    (diced)

    2 units
  • Red Onion
    (finely diced)

    1 cup
  • Coriander (Cilantro)
    (fresh, chopped)

    1 cup
  • Lemon Juice
    (freshly squeezed)

    1 tablespoons
  • Avocados
    (ripe, mashed)

    2 units
  • Sour Cream
    (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)

    1 cup
  • Olive Oil
    (for roasting potatoes)

    1 tablespoon
  • Salt

    to taste pinch
  • Black Pepper

    to taste pinch
Servings: 2
💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!
Full Bowl with Spoon
Full Bowl with Spoon

Instructions

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  • 1

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and cut potatoes into bite-sized chunks. Toss them with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes, or until golden brown and tender, flipping halfway through.
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    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and cut potatoes into bite-sized chunks. Toss them with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes, or until golden brown and tender, flipping halfway through.
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    For crispier potatoes, soak them in cold water for 30 minutes before roasting, then pat them completely dry.
  • 2

    While potatoes are roasting, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced meat and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it's browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
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    While potatoes are roasting, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced meat and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it's browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
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    Drain any excess fat from the meat for a healthier dish.
  • 3

    Add the taco seasoning to the cooked minced meat. Stir well and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
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    Add the taco seasoning to the cooked minced meat. Stir well and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
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    Adjust seasoning to your preference; add a splash of water if the mixture seems too dry.
  • 4

    In a small bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, and chopped coriander to create a fresh pico de gallo.
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    In a small bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, and chopped coriander to create a fresh pico de gallo.
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    Ensure all vegetables are finely diced for a better texture in the salsa.
  • 5

    Squeeze lemon juice over the pico de gallo and stir gently. Season with a pinch of salt if desired.
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    Squeeze lemon juice over the pico de gallo and stir gently. Season with a pinch of salt if desired.
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    Lemon juice brightens the flavors; lime juice can be used as an alternative.
  • 6

    In another small bowl, mash the ripe avocados with a fork until smooth or slightly chunky, depending on your preference. Season with a pinch of salt.
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    In another small bowl, mash the ripe avocados with a fork until smooth or slightly chunky, depending on your preference. Season with a pinch of salt.
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    Add a tiny bit of lemon or lime juice to the mashed avocado to prevent browning.
  • 7

    Once the potatoes are roasted, divide them between two serving bowls as the base.
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    Once the potatoes are roasted, divide them between two serving bowls as the base.
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    Keep potatoes warm until ready to assemble for best results.
  • 8

    Spoon a generous portion of the seasoned minced meat over the roasted potatoes in each bowl.
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    Spoon a generous portion of the seasoned minced meat over the roasted potatoes in each bowl.
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    Evenly distribute the meat for a balanced bite.
  • 9

    Next, add a layer of the fresh pico de gallo over the meat.
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    Next, add a layer of the fresh pico de gallo over the meat.
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    Don't overload one ingredient; aim for visible layers.
  • 10

    Add a dollop of mashed avocado to each bowl.
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    Add a dollop of mashed avocado to each bowl.
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    You can pipe the mashed avocado for a neater presentation.
  • 11

    Finish with a dollop of sour cream on top of the avocado.
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    Finish with a dollop of sour cream on top of the avocado.
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    For a richer flavor, use full-fat sour cream. For a lighter touch, use Greek yogurt.
  • 12

    Garnish with extra fresh coriander if desired, and serve immediately.
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    Garnish with extra fresh coriander if desired, and serve immediately.
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    Serve with a spoon to ensure you get all the layers in one bite.
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