Easy Mexican Rice

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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.

Submitted by HeatheR

Updated on July 14, 2022

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Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

1 hr

Additional Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 20 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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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

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.
Stir in taco seasoning, kidney beans, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, salt, pepper and lettuce.
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 Fat 2g	3%
Saturated Fat 0g	2%
Sodium 1459mg	63%
Total Carbohydrate 72g	26%
Dietary Fiber 12g	44%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 12g	24%
Vitamin C 15mg	17%
Calcium 99mg	8%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 624mg	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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