Beef Chalupa Rice Salad
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Type: Salad
 
Ingredients
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 3 cups water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1½ cups long-grain rice
  • 1 teaspoon grated lime rind
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Toppings: salsa, shredded Cheddar cheese,
  • tortilla chips, sour cream, chopped tomatoes,
  • chopped green onions, avocado slices
Instructions
  1. Cook beef in a 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until it crumbles and is no longer pink.
  2. Drain and pat dry wit paper towels. Wipe pan clean.
  3. Add 3 cups water, salt and cumin to saucepan. Bring to a boil, and add rice; cover, reduce heat, and cook 20 to 25 minutes or until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
  4. Stir in beef, lime rind, and lime juice. Serve salad with desired toppings.
Notes
Makes 4 servings Nutrition Information 210 calories, 5 grams fat, 60 mg cholesterol, 370 mg sodium, 17 grams carbohydrate, 1 gram fiber, 24 grams protein
Recipe by JTA Wellness; San Antonio Dietitians at https://www.jtawellness.com/2011/06/beef-chalupa-rice-salad/