Easy and Delicious Mexican Rice Bowl Recipe

The following post is presented by Della Rice

I actually spent a lot of time to figure out what my second rice bowl from Della Rice would be. The options were endless! The Steak, Veggie and Avocado Della Rice bowl was pretty awesome so I knew I had to match it–and I think I did!

This recipe creates Mexican rice using Jasmine White Rice. I’d never made Mexican rice before and who knew it was so easy! It was the first time I’ve made rice in a sautée pan versus a regular pot. The recipe called for seasoning the oil as well which is also a total first for me! I was totally happy with the result though!

I also bought 93% lean ground beef which is great because it’s low on the fat but high on the protein. The thing about ground beef is the less fat it has folks tend to complain about less flavor–I seasoned the meat with taco seasoning and I didn’t notice a difference!

I also added guacamole to the dish because…guacamole! Confession: I didn’t have the time to make guacamole so I stopped at Chipotle and grabbed a side of guac for $3. Since the dish only calls for a teaspoon or so, once of the small containers is more than enough for multiple plates.

The entire dish consists of Mexican seasoned Jasmine Della Rice, Lean Ground Beef, Guacamole and a sprinkle of Cheese. The household really loved this one, even the super picky older child was asking for more.

Prep Time: 30 Minutes (without Guacamole or with store bought guacamole) 50 Minutes with homemade Guacamole

Mexican Rice (adapted from All Recipes):

1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 cups water 
1 cup Jasmine Della Rice uncooked
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 onion (optional)
1/4 red pepper (optional)
2 1/2 cups water (modified by me)
1 (6.5 ounce) can tomato sauce

Directions

1lb 93% lean ground beef
1/4 onion (optional)
1/4 red pepper (optional)
1 package taco seasoning (or make your own)

Directions

Place ground beef in skillet on medium heat, add 2 tablespoons taco seasoning until cooked. Once cooked, add more taco seasoning and salt and pepper to taste. 

Guacamole–optional (check out my go to recipe here)

1/4 cup 4 cheese Mexican blend shredded

Assembly

Start with the base layer of rice, place cooked ground beef in the middle, top with one tablespoon of guacamole and a sprinkle of cheese. Wala! You have got a yummy Mexican rice bowl!

 [Tweet “Feel like #mexican tonight? Check out this #chipotle like mexican bowl recipe! #createastir @cookdellarice”]

You can win one of these amazing rice cookers that cooks both white and brown rice, steam vegetables and so much more by entering the giveaway below. There will be 50 winners!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Don’t forget you can connect with Della Rice on Social Media and check out the TONS of other creative rice bowls under the #createastir hashtag!

Connect with Della on Social Media:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cookdellarice
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/cookdellarice
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/dellarice (lots of great videos and ideas!)
• Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/cookdellarice
• Instagram: http://instagram.com/cookdellarice

What is your favorite rice bowl? Favorite Mexican dish?

Nellie

Hi! I’m Nellie. I am a busy mama of three, wife to my high school sweetheart who loves to cook, workout and stay organized! I love to share helpful printables, the best recipes and fitness tips for the modern mom. I strongly believe that every mom can feed their family well, take proper care of themselves and have fun along the way! Read my story.

Get comfortable and be sure to come hang out with me on social. Don’t grab your free fitness journal before you go!