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Plantain Taco Bowl Meal Prep (Whole30 Friendly)

June 29, 2025 by Nick Quintero Leave a Comment

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Move over, Chipotle—this Plantain Taco Bowl Meal Prep gives me all the flavor I’m craving, without the takeout price or mystery ingredients.

I’ve been making this recipe on repeat because it hits every mark:

  • Whole30-friendly
  • Easy to customize
  • Budget-friendly
  • Totally meal-prep approved

If you're anything like me and love a good taco bowl, but also want to keep things clean and simple during the week, this one is going to become a regular in your rotation.

Table of Contents
  • Why I Love This Meal Prep
  • Ingredients You’ll Need
  • Customization Ideas
  • How to Store
  • How to Reheat
  • In Summary
  • Want More Whole30-Friendly Bowl Recipes?

Why I Love This Meal Prep

This recipe is what I call a double win. It’s:

  1. Whole30 compliant
  2. Way cheaper than eating out

And bonus: it helps curb my Chipotle cravings without compromising flavor.
If you haven’t seen our list of meal preps under $4, now’s the time to check it out. This bowl fits right in.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the plantain chips:

  • 2 large yellow plantains, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoon melted coconut oil

For the taco bowl:

  • 1 lb grass-fed ground beef
  • ½ red bell pepper, diced
  • ½ orange bell pepper, diced
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • Sea salt, to taste

Optional toppings:

  • Shredded lettuce
  • Sliced avocado
  • Homemade salsa

Customization Ideas

This bowl is super easy to adjust based on your goals or preferences:

  • Swap the beef for shredded carnitas, grilled chicken, or ground turkey
  • Add black beans if you’re not doing Whole30 and want more plant-based protein
  • Top with cheese or Greek yogurt if you’re eating dairy
  • Double the plantains for a carb-heavy post-workout meal
  • Use guac or compliant hot sauce to punch up the flavor

How to Store

Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days in the fridge. Keep your plantain chips separate if you want them to stay crisp, or toss them in at the last minute before reheating.

Plantain Taco Bowl Meal Prep (Whole30 Friendly)

How to Reheat

  • Reheat the beef and veggie mix in a skillet or microwave
  • Serve warm with fresh toppings
  • For crispier plantain chips, reheat them in an air fryer or toaster oven for a few minutes

In Summary

This Whole30 Plantain Taco Bowl is one of those recipes I come back to again and again. It’s fast, flavorful, and totally customizable depending on what I have on hand.

If you’re meal prepping for the week and looking for something that checks all the boxes—this is it. Taco night just got a serious upgrade.

Want More Whole30-Friendly Bowl Recipes?

Check out the Whole30 section of Meal Prep on Fleek for more ideas like this. Or take the guesswork out of planning your week with the Workweek Lunch Meal Planner. It helps you:

  • Stick to Whole30 (or your preferred plan)
  • Save time, money, and decision fatigue
  • Actually enjoy what you're eating

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Whole30 Plantain Taco Bowl Meal Prep

Move over Chipotle! These homemade Plantain Taco Bowls have all the flavor of take-out but are made with fresh and wholesome ingredients. Easy to meal prep and more fun to eat! 
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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Course: Lunch, Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Beef, Meal Prep
Servings: 4 meals
Calories: 494kcal
Author: Nick Quintero

Ingredients

  • 2 large yellow plantains thinly sliced (about 1 cup)
  • 2 tbsp. Coconut Oil
  • 1 pound Grass Fed Ground Beef we used 85/15
  • ½ large red bell pepper
  • ½ large orange red bell pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Chili Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon Dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • Salt as desired
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 2 medium avocados
  • ½ cup salsa
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 F. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.  
  • Place plantains in a bowl and mix with the coconut oil, coating the plantains thoroughly. Sprinkle with sea salt then lay the plantains in a single layer on the sheet pan.  
  • Bake at 400 F 30-35 minutes until golden and crisp, flipping plantains half way through. 
  • While plantains bake, preheat a medium skillet to medium heat.  
  • Add the ground beef and remaining seasonings to the skillet. 
  • Use a wooden spatula to break up the meat as it cooks, turning frequently until it browns.  
  • Using a colander, drain the beef. 
  • Place the beef back in the skillet and add diced bell peppers. Stir to combine and cook 3-4 minutes until peppers are slightly tender. 
  • Remove from the heat and serve with baked plantains and optional ingredients as desired. 

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Notes

Nutrition for 1 out of 4 servings including toppings of avocado, salsa, and shredded lettuce:
24g Protein, 30g Fat, 32g Carbs
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1meal | Calories: 494kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 30g
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