Description
Taco Rice with Queso is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings the classic flavors of tacos into a comforting rice bowl. This easy-to-make recipe features seasoned ground beef layered over fluffy long grain rice, all topped with creamy queso dip and fresh garnishes like diced tomatoes and chopped green onions. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this dish promises to delight everyone at your table with its fiesta of flavors.
Ingredients
- Lean Ground Beef
- Long Grain White Rice
- Taco Seasoning
- Shredded Cheese (Sharp Cheddar or Mexican Blend)
- Queso Dip
- Fresh Tomatoes (Diced)
- Chopped Green Onions
Instructions
- 1. Brown the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned (about 5-7 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- 2. Cook the Rice: While the beef is cooking, prepare long grain white rice according to package instructions in a separate pot.
- 3. Add Seasoning: Mix taco seasoning with the browned meat and about half a cup of water. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
- 4. Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine cooked rice with the seasoned meat mixture until well mixed.
- 5. Prepare Queso: Warm queso dip in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally until creamy.
- 6. Serve: Plate the taco rice, drizzle with warm queso dip, and top with diced tomatoes and green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg