Mexican Rice & Beef Tacos

Mexican Rice & Beef Tacos

These beef and rice tacos with bell peppers and onions are quick and easy — just what you need after a busy day. Top with your favorite taco toppings such as sour cream, chopped red onion, and shredded lettuce and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Yield:
8 tacos
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons I Can't Believe It's Not Butter!® Spread, divided
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste (Optional)
  • 1 medium green or red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 medium red onion, chopped
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 (5.4 ounce) package Knorr® Fiesta Sides? – Mexican Rice
  • 1 medium tomato, chopped
  • 8 taco shells

Directions

Step 1
Melt 1 tablespoon butter spread in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.

Step 2
Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter spread in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.

Step 3
Stir in water, rice, and tomato; increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, about 7 minutes. Stir in beef and cook until heated through.

Step 4
Spoon beef and rice mixture into taco shells and serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

613
Calories
28g
Fat
41g
Carbs
30g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 613
% Daily Value *
Total Fat28g 36%
Saturated Fat8g 42%
Cholesterol79mg 26%
Sodium307mg 13%
Total Carbohydrate41g 15%
Dietary Fiber8g 28%
Total Sugars3g
Protein30g
Vitamin C30mg 150%
Calcium68mg 5%
Iron3mg 16%
Potassium533mg 11%

*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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