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September 16, 2025
Mexican Rice & Beef Tacos Recipe
Mexican rice and beef tacos combine bell peppers and onions in quick, easy recipes perfect for after-work meal preparation needs. This complete meal solution incorporates rice directly into taco preparations for enhanced nutrition and satisfaction. The one-dish approach simplifies cooking while providing balanced, filling dinner options.
These beef and rice tacos with bell peppers and onions are quick and easy — just what you need after a busy day. Top with your favorite taco toppings such as sour cream, chopped red onion, and shredded lettuce and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
8 tacos
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Ingredients
2 tablespoons I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter!® Spread, divided
1 pound lean ground beef
salt and ground black pepper to taste (Optional)
1 medium green or red bell pepper, chopped
1 medium red onion, chopped
2 cups water
1 (5.4 ounce) package Knorr® Fiesta Sides™ – Mexican Rice
1 medium tomato, chopped
8 taco shells
Directions
Melt 1 tablespoon butter spread in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter spread in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
Stir in water, rice, and tomato; increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, about 7 minutes. Stir in beef and cook until heated through.
Spoon beef and rice mixture into taco shells and serve.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 613 | Calories |
| 28g | Fat |
| 41g | Carbs |
| 30g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 613 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 28g | 36% |
| Saturated Fat 8g | 42% |
| Cholesterol 79mg | 26% |
| Sodium 307mg | 13% |
| Total Carbohydrate 41g | 15% |
| Dietary Fiber 8g | 28% |
| Total Sugars 3g | |
| Protein 30g | 60% |
| Vitamin C 30mg | 33% |
| Calcium 68mg | 5% |
| Iron 3mg | 16% |
| Potassium 533mg | 11% |
* 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.
