Description
Taco rice is a delicious fusion dish combining the flavors of tacos and rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 cup lettuce, chopped
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup salsa
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned.
- Drain excess fat and stir in taco seasoning. Follow package instructions.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked rice and seasoned beef.
- Top with cheese, lettuce, tomato, sour cream, and salsa.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Add jalapeños for extra spice.
- Use brown rice for a healthier alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: taco rice, easy taco rice, Mexican rice, quick dinner