Taco Rice

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a large skillet or frying pan, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks.

Step 2

Drain any excess fat from the skillet.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion, diced bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet with the cooked ground beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 4

Sprinkle the taco seasoning mix over the beef and vegetables. Stir well to combine and cook for another 1-2 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the salsa, corn kernels, and black beans. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the cooked white rice to the skillet with the beef and vegetable mixture. Stir everything together until well combined.

Step 7

Allow the mixture to simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 9

Serve:

Step 10

Remove the skillet from heat.

Step 11

Serve the Taco Rice hot, garnished with your choice of toppings such as shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, sour cream, chopped cilantro, and lime wedges.