BEEF FAJITA RICE SALAD

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Great refreshingly simple dish quick to make and for all to enjoy during Mexican cookoff! Summer easy and will fill the hungry man! I made this last night and everyone loved it! It was on a supermarket flyer I picked up at the meat counter in Albertson's.

Provided by Gingerbee

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 16m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb top round steaks or 1 lb flank steak, cut to 3/4 inch thick
3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, quarters
2 cups cooked rice, cooled to room temperature
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 cup lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 head lettuce, shredded
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
3/4 cup picante sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup green onion, sliced
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Combine lime juice, oil, garlic, onion powder, cumin, salt and pepper in a shallow baking dish; Add beef, cover, and marinate in refrigerator, for at least 4 hours.
  • Remove beef and cook as desired (grilled, pan fried or broiled) for 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Slice meat diagonally into bite-size pieces.
  • Combine rice, tomatoes, cheese, olives and onions in a large bowl.
  • Arrange mixture over shredded lettuce.
  • Place beef on top.
  • Serve with picante sauce and sour cream.

Nashir Ullah
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This salad is so fresh and flavorful. I love the combination of the beef, rice, and vegetables.


Denoatus Murphy
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for busy weeknights.


Cindy Carter
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge success!


Child led homeschool Moore
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover steak.


james gill
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I'm not a huge fan of cilantro, so I used parsley instead. It was still very good.


Sabiha Kanwal
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


Darnesha Harrison
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I added some black beans and corn to this salad for extra protein and flavor. It was delicious!


Its me Bishal
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also great for meal prep.


Baba Ansari
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I used skirt steak for this recipe and it turned out perfectly tender. I highly recommend using a good quality steak.


Lucky Gupta
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The flavors in this salad are amazing! The lime juice and cilantro really make it sing.


Ruth Lemus
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I can have it on the table in under 30 minutes.


Basant Singh
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This beef fajita rice salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the zesty flavors and the tender beef.


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