Beef and Lime Rice Salad

Submitted by LMillerRN

"This can be served right away, chilled and served cold. From Southern Living."

 

• Ready In: 50mins
• Ingredients: 14
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 3 cups water
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin
• 1 1⁄2 cups long grain rice
• 1 teaspoon grated lime rind
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

• Toppings

• salsa
• shredded cheddar cheese
• tortilla chips
• sour cream
• chopped tomato
• chopped green onion
• avocado, slices

directions

1. Cook beef in a saucepan over medium high heat, stirring until it crumbles and is no longer pink. Drain and pat dry with paper towels. Wipe pan clean.
2. Add 3 cups water, salt, and cumin to saucepan. Bring to a boil, add rice, cover, reduce heat, and cook 20-25 minutes or until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Stir in beef, lime rind, and lime juice. Serve salad with desired toppings.