Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients:

Cilantro-Lime Rice:

2 cups hot cooked brown rice
1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tbsp minced fresh cilantro
1/2 tsp grated lime zest

Spiced Beef:

1 1/4 lbs (567 g) extra-lean ground beef
1/2 cup diced onions
1 tsp minced garlic
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup water
2 tbsp taco seasoning 

Toppings (optional):

Corn                                            Greek Yogurt or sour cream    
Black beans                               Shredded cheese
Salsa                                            Chopped green onions
Guacamole                               Fresh cilantro

Instructions:

1. Combine hot rice with lime juice, cilantro and lime zest & keep warm. (Mix everything in the rice pot, put the lid back in until you’re ready to assemble).
2. Heat a 10 inch, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef, onions and garlic. Cook and stir until beef is cooked through and light browned, about 5 minutes. Add ketchup, water and taco seasoning. Mix well & cook until mixture is hot and bubbly. Remove from heat.
3. To assemble, equally divide hot rice mixture among 4 serving bowls. Top with hot, spiced beef and toppings of your choice.

Source (recipe & picture): Yum & Yummer (cookbook) by Greta Podlesiki

Nutrition Facts:

Serving: 1 serving