Fiesta Lime Rice
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Fiesta Lime Rice
Description
This recipe brings together warm, cooked long grain rice with heated black beans and corn, creating a hearty and nutritious mix. Fresh diced tomato and scallions add juiciness and a mild onion flavor, while chopped cilantro and lime juice brighten the dish with herbaceous and citrus notes. Salt is added to balance the flavors. The ingredients are combined in a large bowl and tossed to combine evenly.
The resulting dish is a refreshing, slightly tangy rice bowl with a variety of textures from the beans, corn, and fresh vegetables. It can accompany grilled meats, tacos, or be served as a vegetarian main or side. The lime juice is key for adding a zesty touch that complements the earthiness of the beans and sweetness of the corn.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups long grain rice cooked
- 3/4 cup black beans rinsed and heated, canned
- 3/4 cup corn I used Trader Joe's Fire Roasted frozen Corn, heated, cooked
- 1 tomato diced, large
- 1 scallion diced fine, large
- 2-4 tbsp cilantro to your liking, chopped
- 1 tbsp lime fresh squeezed juice
- salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine hot rice, heated corn, heated beans, tomato, scallion, cilantro, lime juice and salt if needed.
- Toss and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 153 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 153kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 33.5g | 11% |
| Protein | 5.5g | 11% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 1.5g | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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