Easy Mexican Rice

Easy Mexican Rice

This recipe is so simple, and yummy, perfect for anyone that’s too lazy to cook an actual meal. It’s also easily altered for anyone’s tastes.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups uncooked brown rice
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
  • 1 (15.25 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup shredded lettuce

Directions

Step 1
In a saucepan bring 3 cups water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 45 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 15 minutes.

Step 2
Stir in taco seasoning, kidney beans, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, salt, pepper and lettuce.

Step 3
Cook over medium heat until heated through.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

361
Calories
2g
Fat
72g
Carbs
12g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 361
% Daily Value *
Total Fat2g 3%
Saturated Fat0g 2%
Sodium1459mg 63%
Total Carbohydrate72g 26%
Dietary Fiber12g 44%
Total Sugars8g
Protein12g
Vitamin C15mg 76%
Calcium99mg 8%
Iron6mg 32%
Potassium624mg 13%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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