Taco Bowls with Lime Cilantro Rice

March 11, 2013

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We had the most amazing meal at one of the best "fast food" places in America. Chipotle. Believe it or not it was our first experience....I know, I know, it probably seems like we live under a rock. We don't but, because of where we are, North Central Iowa, it is considered "rural". Meaning corn and soy bean fields as far as you can see, Windmill farms (yes-they're back here also), and livestock. The Heart of America. It also means, I can totally relate to Ree Dr

Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups long grain Rice-cooked according to the directions
1 Lime, zested and juiced
1/4 cup Cilantro, minced
2 tbsp Veg. or Canola Oil
1 tsp salt

1 lb. Ground Beef
1 pkg. taco seasoning, (or 1 tsp Cumin, Garlic and Onion powder and 1 tbsp Chile Powder)
1 8 oz. can tomato sauce ( I used Rotel brand)
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained.
1 cup frozen corn kernels or 1 can drained.

Various Toppings:
Shredded Lettuce
Salsa
Shredded Cheese
Sour Cream
Green Onion
Olives
Avocado

Directions: Cook rice and set aside to cool slightly. Meanwhile, brown and crumble ground beef in a large skillet. Add in seasoning and tomato sauce (you may need about half a can of water), and...
See the full directions on my site

Nutritions

Calories
614

Sodium
394mg
16% DV

Fat
23g
35% DV

Protein
30g
61% DV

Carbs
61g
20% DV

Fiber
11g
44% DV