If you’re obsessed with bold flavors, nutritious dinners, and the pure comfort of a loaded bowl, this Loaded Potato Taco Bowl Meal Prep is about to become your new weekly go-to. Imagine crispy roasted potatoes, savory spiced beef, zesty pico de gallo, and a drizzle of creamy sriracha mayo—all packed in one bowl. With every meal, it’s got that perfect balance of hearty satisfaction and bright, fresh crunch. Plus, it’s meal prep that actually makes you look forward to lunch. Here’s how you can make deliciously nourishing Loaded Potato Taco Bowl Meal Prep part of your routine.

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Ingredients You’ll Need

These handpicked ingredients are simple, yet each one brings must-have flavor, texture, or color to your Loaded Potato Taco Bowl Meal Prep. Grab your favorites and read the notes—tiny tweaks make a big difference!

  • Lean Ground Beef: The protein heart of the bowl, making each serving filling and flavorful.
  • Creole Seasoning: Gives the beef a smoky depth and a little punch, marrying beautifully with all the other spices.
  • Cumin: Essential warmth and earthy undertone common in taco-inspired dishes.
  • Ground Coriander: Adds a fresh citrusy backbone, making the meat more aromatic.
  • Onion Powder: Instantly boosts the savoriness of the beef, without the fuss of chopping.
  • Garlic Powder: For another layer of depth that coats every bite.
  • Crushed Red Pepper: Gives that mild kick—add more if you crave extra heat!
  • Taco Seasoning: The classic blend that rounds out your taco vibes—adjust to your taste.
  • Salt & Pepper: To season everything just right.
  • Yukon Gold Potatoes (or any kind): Roasted, crispy, and golden—they make this bowl hearty and comforting.
  • Olive Oil: Helps crisp the potatoes with rich, subtle flavor.
  • Oregano: Brings a gentle herbal twist to the potatoes.
  • Paprika: Adds that beautiful deep color and a smoky-sweet taste.
  • Tomato: The star of the pico de gallo, for bursts of juiciness.
  • Jalapeño: For heat and freshness—seed it for less spice.
  • Red Onion: Adds bite and color to your salsa.
  • Lime: The ultimate tangy finisher for your pico de gallo.
  • Cilantro: Bright green flavor that brings everything together (skip if you’re a cilantro skeptic!).
  • Mayonnaise: The creamy base for your sriracha mayo drizzle.
  • Sriracha: Spice up your sauce and add a tiny bit of sweetness.
  • Lemon Juice: Lightens the mayo with citrus zing.
  • Meal Prep Containers: Essential for prepping and storing your bowls to grab and go.

How to Make Loaded Potato Taco Bowl Meal Prep

Step 1: Roast the Potatoes

Preheat your oven to 400°F and get your potatoes ready for that signature crispiness. Wash and chop your potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes, then toss them with olive oil, salt, oregano, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Spread them out on a baking sheet and roast for 30 to 35 minutes until they’re golden brown and irresistibly crispy at the edges. For even speedier meal prep, you can air fry them at 400°F for about 20-25 minutes instead.

Step 2: Make the Pico de Gallo

While your potatoes crisp, whip up a quick, zesty salsa fresca. Dice a juicy large tomato, a jalapeño for heat, and half of a red onion for crunch. Chop a handful of cilantro, squeeze in half a lime, and finish with a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Toss everything together and let the flavors mingle—fresh pico brightens up every bite of your Loaded Potato Taco Bowl Meal Prep.

Step 3: Cook the Taco Meat

In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook your lean ground beef, generously seasoning with Creole, cumin, coriander, taco seasoning, and all your favorite spices. If you love that extra pop of flavor, feel free to toss in diced red onion. Cook until beautifully browned, about 8-10 minutes, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4: Make the Sriracha Mayo

For that perfect finishing drizzle, stir together mayonnaise, sriracha, lemon juice, and black pepper. Adjust the amount of sriracha to suit your heat level! Scoop the sauce into a piping bag or a ziploc with the tip cut off—this way, you can artfully drizzle it over the bowls right before serving.

Step 5: Assemble Your Loaded Potato Taco Bowl Meal Prep

It’s assembly time! In your meal prep containers, divide the roasted potatoes on one side. On the other, pile on the taco meat and top with fresh pico de gallo. Give a generous drizzle of sriracha mayo across the meat and salsa for that creamy kick. Seal up your containers and refrigerate—they’re ready to grab whenever hunger strikes!

How to Serve Loaded Potato Taco Bowl Meal Prep

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Garnishes

Add an extra sprinkle of cilantro or a squeeze of lime right before eating. Some crumbled queso fresco or chopped green onions can also make each bite even more exciting. Don’t forget an extra dash of hot sauce if you like it spicy!

Side Dishes

This hearty meal prep is filling on its own, but a side of black beans, grilled corn, or even a crisp green salad can round out your table. For crunch, try baked tortilla chips on the side for dipping into extra sriracha mayo or scoop up bites of the pico.

Creative Ways to Present

While these bowls are designed for meal prep containers, you can also turn them into a fun taco night platter! Arrange potatoes, beef, pico, and sauce in sections on a big serving board for family-style sharing, or use the fillings for stuffed tacos, lettuce wraps, or even nachos for a fresh twist.

Make Ahead and Storage

Storing Leftovers

Once cooled, keep your Loaded Potato Taco Taco Bowl Meal Prep containers tightly sealed in the fridge. Everything stays fresh for up to 4 days, making this an ideal make-ahead lunch or dinner plan that doesn’t skimp on flavor.

Freezing

If you want to stash these for an even longer stretch, skip adding the pico de gallo before freezing. The cooked potatoes and taco meat can be cooled and placed in airtight containers, then frozen for up to 2 months. Add fresh salsa and sauce after reheating for the best texture and taste.

Reheating

Microwaving is the easiest way to reheat the bowls, but the potatoes will lose most of their crispiness (don’t worry, they’ll still taste amazing). For a crisper edge, use an oven or air fryer to bring them back to life. Add the pico de gallo and sriracha mayo just before serving for max freshness.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of protein?

Absolutely! Loaded Potato Taco Bowl Meal Prep is incredibly flexible—try ground turkey, shredded chicken, or even plant-based crumbles as your main protein depending on your preference or whatever you have on hand.

How spicy is this bowl?

This meal has a mild-to-medium kick, thanks to the jalapeño and sriracha mayo, but you’re fully in control. Omit seeds from the jalapeño, cut back on sriracha, or double up on your favorite hot sauce to tailor the heat.

What potatoes work best?

Yukon Golds are creamy and hold their shape beautifully when roasted, but russets or red potatoes work great too! Just be sure to chop them evenly for consistent cooking.

How do I meal prep these bowls for a family?

Double the recipe and let each family member customize bowls on meal prep day. Set out toppings like avocado, shredded cheese, and extra salsa so everyone can create their perfect Loaded Potato Taco Bowl Meal Prep.

Can I make this dairy free?

Definitely! Just use your favorite dairy-free mayo for the sriracha sauce, and skip any cheese or sour cream-based toppings. Everything else is naturally dairy free, making this an easy meal for many dietary preferences.

Final Thoughts

Give yourself permission to eat well all week with this Loaded Potato Taco Bowl Meal Prep—trust me, lunches have never looked better or tasted more satisfying! Once you try it, I bet you’ll find yourself coming back to this combo again and again. Enjoy every forkful, share with friends, and savor the ease of a meal that’s both nourishing and fun!

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Easy Thai Chicken Soup Recipe

Easy Thai Chicken Soup Recipe

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A delicious and satisfying recipe for Loaded Potato Taco Bowl Meal Prep, featuring seasoned potatoes, flavorful taco meat, fresh Pico de Gallo, and a zesty Sriracha mayo drizzle. Perfect for meal prepping lunches or dinners.

  • Author: Linda
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Meal Prep
  • Cuisine: American, Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Taco Meat

  • 1 lb Lean Ground Beef
  • 1/2 tsp Creole Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Cumin
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Coriander
  • 1/4 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Crushed Red Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Taco Seasoning, *or to taste
  • Salt + Pepper, *to taste

Potatoes

  • 56 Medium-Large sized Potatoes *I used Yukon Gold Potatoes, but use whatever kind you prefer.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Oregano
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1.5 tsp Paprika

Pico de Gallo (Salsa Fresca)

  • 1 Large Tomato, diced
  • 1 Jalapeño, diced
  • 1/2 Red Onion, diced
  • 1/2 Lime, squeezed
  • Cilantro, chopped
  • Salt + Pepper, to taste

Sriracha Mayo

  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Sriracha, *or to taste
  • 1/4 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. Potatoes: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Wash and chop your potatoes into 1/2 inch cubes. Place your chopped potatoes into a bowl and drizzle 1 Tbsp of Olive Oil over them and toss. Sprinkle seasonings (1 Tsp Salt, 1 Tsp Oregano, 1 Tsp Garlic Powder, 1.5 Tsp Smoked Paprika) over potatoes and toss until all pieces are thoroughly coated in oil + seasonings. Bake potatoes at 400°F for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on the edges. OR You may air fry the potatoes at 400°F for 20-25 minutes.
  2. Pico de Gallo: While your potatoes cook, prepare your Pico de Gallo and taco meat. Wash your tomato and jalapeño. Dice your tomato, jalapeño, and half your red onion – set aside in a bowl. Chop your cilantro (*eyeball how much Cilantro you want. I used around 1 tbsp worth) and add your salsa. Squeeze half of a lime over your freshly chopped salsa and season to taste with salt + pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Taco Meat + Bowl Prep: In a medium-sized skillet, season your ground beef with your favorite seasonings (don’t forget the taco seasoning!) and cook over medium-high heat until browned, about 8-10 minutes. *Optional – You can chop the other half of your red onion and add some diced onion into your taco meat for a little extra flavor. Mix mayonnaise (1/2 cup), Sriracha (2 Tbsp), lemon juice (1/4 Tbsp), and black pepper (1 Tsp) together in a bowl until well combined. Scoop some into a piping bag or ziplock bag & cut the corner off to drizzle on top, at the end and set to the side. *Keep any leftovers refrigerated. Once everything is prepped and finished cooking, assemble your containers. Divide your roasted potatoes up between the 4 containers, placing on one side. Followed by your taco meat on to the other side, topped with your fresh Pico de Gallo. Drizzle your sriracha mayo on top of the meat + salsa and keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

Notes

  • The potatoes do lose most of their crispiness once reheated in the microwave. However, the taste is not impacted at all and it still tastes delicious!
  • You may air fry the potatoes at 400°F for 20-25 minutes over baking in the oven.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 470 kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 830mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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