Taco Bake
An easy, one-pan dish that's high protein, low carb, and loaded with vegetables. Ready in 30 minutes with minimal cleanup — serve it with fresh greens, a dollop of salsa, or on top of our protein pretzels for a satisfying crunch.
- 1 lb 93% lean ground beef
- 1 small white onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes & green chilies
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 1 pkg mild taco seasoning
- 3 cups mixed greens (arugula & kale mix)
- ¾ cup 2% sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
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Preheat & brown the beef
Preheat oven to 375°F. In an oven-safe skillet with a lid, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it up as it cooks.
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Add the vegetables
Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the browned beef. Stir and cook for 2–3 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
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Season the mixture
Add the diced tomatoes & green chilies, black beans, and taco seasoning. Stir everything together and cook for another 2–3 minutes until well combined and fragrant.
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4
Wilt the greens
Reduce heat to medium-low and add the mixed greens. Cover the pan and let cook for 3–4 minutes, then stir the greens into the mixture as they wilt down.
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Top with cheese & bake
Spread the shredded cheddar evenly over the top of the mixture. Transfer the pan to the oven, uncovered, and bake at 375°F for 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
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Rest & serve
Remove from the oven and let sit for 3–4 minutes before serving. Scoop into bowls over cauliflower rice if desired, and finish with your favorite fresh toppings — diced tomato, shredded lettuce, fresh cilantro, jalapeños, salsa, or a dollop of plain Greek yogurt in place of sour cream.
- Serving ideas: Delicious on its own, over cauliflower rice, over a bed of fresh mixed greens, or scooped onto our WeightWise protein pretzels for a satisfying crunch.
- Fresh toppings: Set out diced tomato, shredded lettuce, fresh cilantro, jalapeños, salsa, and plain Greek yogurt — a great high-protein swap for sour cream — so everyone can build their own bowl.
- Lower carb option: Skip the black beans to reduce carbs significantly — the dish is still plenty filling and flavorful without them.
- Kick up the heat: Use hot taco seasoning or add a pinch of cayenne and a diced jalapeño with the vegetables.
- Swap the protein: Ground turkey or ground chicken work just as well — use the same 93% lean or leaner.
- Meal prep winner: This reheats beautifully. Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheat individual portions in the microwave.