30-Minute Taco Veggie Bowl (Low FODMAP)
10 Minutes prep • 20 Minutes cook • Low FODMAP • Gluten-free • Serves 4 • Ok to make ahead: Steps 1-4
When you hear “taco” you might think of tortillas and a heavy meal. And don’t get me wrong, I love a good corn tortilla! This Taco bowl, however, is much lower in starch. The ground meat is combined with tons of veggies so it’s light and delicious—but with all the flavor of classic tacos. It’s quick to make (all in one pan) so it’s a perfect weeknight dinner, and leftovers are delicious so plan on having a great lunch item the next day.
Ingredients
1 pound ground meat (beef, chicken, turkey, pork)
1 bunch green onions (green part only), chopped
1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 cup zucchini, chopped
1 cup summer squash (or pattypan squash), chopped
10 ounces chopped tomatoes with juice (can or carton)
4-ounce can mild green chilies (optional)
3 - 4 tablespoons Smoke N Sanity Taco Seasoning (used code IBSGC15 for 15% discount) see below for a homemade recipe if needed
1 cup extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
For Serving:
Cilantro or more green onion greens, chopped
Lactose-free sour cream
Avocado slices
Red pepper flakes
Directions
(1) Prepare: Chop green onion greens, zucchini, and summer squash. Grate the cheese.
(2) Cook the meat: Use a deep skillet (such as a cast-iron skillet) set over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add the meat and use a spatula to break it up. Cook until the meat is just cooked through (about 8 minutes).
(3) Season the meat: Add the green onion greens and cook for a minute until they are tender. Add the taco seasoning, tomatoes, and canned green chilies (if using), and stir well to blend in the seasoning evenly. Cook until the mixture is warmed through (about 2 minutes).
(4) Add the veggies: Add the zucchini and summer squash (or pattypan squash). Cook until the vegetables are just tender but still brightly colored (about 3 - 5 minutes). Taste and add more taco seasoning, salt, or pepper, if needed.
(5) Finish: Turn the broiler on and sprinkle the cheese over the mixture. Put the whole pan in the oven to broil until the cheese is well melted and just starting the brown at the edges.
(6) Plate and serve: Serve hot in bowls with any combination of avocado slices, chopped cilantro, green onion greens, lactose-free sour cream, and/or red pepper flakes.
Eat and enjoy every bite because you can!
Ingredients: Taco Seasoning
These quantities make 4 tablespoons
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon paprika
3 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Directions: Taco Seasoning
(1) Blend ingredients: Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and whisk to blend. Store any leftover seasoning in an airtight container. Make more than you need because you’re going to want more!
Recipe note: I use Diamond Crystal Kosher salt in all my recipes because it has a wonderful flat and crisp flake that tastes delicious. It is also the least salty salt available so you can use it more liberally as a seasoning than you can table salt or sea salt. If you use another type of salt, you may need to reduce the amount so it is not over-salted.
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