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Beef Spanish Rice

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  • Servings:

    4 (538 g) as an appetizer

  • Prep Time:

    30 minutes

  • Cook Time:

    45 minutes

Ingredients

This rice dish is packed with aromatic veggies and flavorful spices for a simple weeknight dinner option that will have your mouth watering for very little work.
2 Tbsp. lime juice
1 tsp. chili powder
2 tsp. minced garlic, divided
1 lb. beef top round, thinly sliced
2 tsp. vegetable oil, divided
1/8 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped bell pepper
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup white rice
1 tsp. cumin
1 (14.5 oz.) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
1 (15 oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained
Beef Spanish Rice

Directions

1. Combine lime juice, chili powder, and 1 teaspoon of garlic in a medium bowl. Toss with beef to coat.
2. Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute beef until browned (3-4 minutes). Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
3. Heat remaining 1 teaspoon of oil in same skillet. Add onion, bell pepper, and remaining 1 teaspoon of garlic and saute until tender (2-3 minutes).
4. Stir in water, rice, and cumin. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until not quite tender (15 minutes). Add tomatoes to cooked rice, and cook until liquid is absorbed (3-5 minutes).
5. Add beef and beans. Cook and stir until heated through (1-2 minutes). Serve hot.

Nutrition

Nutritional Facts
Servings 4 (538 g)
Base Nutrients
Calories 522 kcal (26%)
Calories from Fat 149 kcal (0%)
Total Fat 17 g (26%)
Saturated Fat 6 g (29%)
Cholesterol 70 mg (23%)
Sodium 713 mg (30%)
Total Carbohydrates 61 g (20%)
Dietary Fiber 7 g (30%)
Protein 32 g (53%)
Vitamins
Vitamin A n/a
Vitamin C 43 mg (48%)
Minerals
Calcium 98 mg (8%)
Iron 7 mg (37%)
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