Best 3 Rice Taco Salad Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's also a healthier alternative to traditional tacos? If so, rice taco salad is the perfect dish for you! This flavorful salad combines cooked rice, your favorite taco fillings, and a zesty dressing for a delightful and nutritious meal. With its vibrant colors and textures, this salad is sure to impress your family and friends. In this article, we'll provide you with a comprehensive guide to making the best rice taco salad, including tips on selecting the right ingredients, preparing the salad, and storing it for later.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN AND RICE TACO SALAD



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Now that summer is winding down, I'm planning ahead to ensure that our weeknights go as smoothly as possible. I know that my days are going to be very busy. One thing I don't negotiate, even when our schedule is crazy, is having dinner together with my family. Dinner can sometimes be overwhelming, but with Knorr® Sides, I spend less time in the kitchen and more time with my family.

Provided by Latina Homemaker

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Knorr®

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into bite size pieces
1 tablespoon taco seasoning mix, or to taste
1 (5.4 ounce) package Knorr® Fiesta Sides™ - Yellow Rice
1 cup corn
1 cup no-salt-added black beans
1 (8 ounce) package shredded lettuce
1 medium tomato, diced
2 cups shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
1 ½ cups crushed tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Season chicken breasts with your favorite taco seasoning and cook in a large skillet until well done.
  • Once chicken is cooked, remove from the skillet and add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Add contents from Knorr® Fiesta Sides™ - Yellow Rice in skillet and follow package directions.
  • Layer a large bowl with tortilla chips (optional), cooked chicken, Knorr® Fiesta Sides™ - Yellow Rice, corn, black beans, lettuce, tomato and cheddar cheese. Mix well and serve with sour cream or salsa if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.1 calories, Carbohydrate 38.5 g, Cholesterol 85.9 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 44.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 696.2 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

ZESTY CHICKEN TACO RICE SALAD



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Make and share this Zesty Chicken Taco Rice Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sky Valley Cook

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
2 tablespoons oil
1 (13 1/4 ounce) can ready-to-serve chicken broth
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 ounce taco seasoning mix
1 (12 ounce) can corn, drained
1 medium red peppers or 1 medium green pepper, diced
1 1/2 cups Minute Rice
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Cook chicken in hot oil in large skillet until lightly browned.
  • Stir in broth, tomato sauce, seasoning mix, and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Stir in corn and pepper, and bring to a boil.
  • Stir in rice.
  • Cover and remove from heat.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with fork.
  • Serve with cheese and tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.3, Fat 15.5, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 81.6, Sodium 1067.5, Carbohydrate 57.6, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 6.8, Protein 40.5

RICE TACO SALAD



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A terrific taco salad recipe from the USA Rice Council. It's a very good main dish salad that my whole family enjoyed. I hope you do too.

Provided by Happy Hippie

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb ground beef
onion, finely chopped (small)
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, ground
3 cups cooked rice
1/2 head lettuce, shredded
2 tomatoes, coursely chopped
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
avocado, peeled and chopped
1/4 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Cook meat over medium high heat until browned in large skillet, stirring to crumble.
  • Add onion and garlic, cook until soft but now browned.
  • Drain fat.
  • Add salt, cumin, pepper and rice.
  • Remove from heat and cool.
  • Combine lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, avocado and reice mixtue in a large bowl.
  • add sour cream.
  • Toss lightly.
  • Serve immediately with picante sauce and corn chips if desired.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of colors of bell peppers to add visual appeal and nutritional value to your salad.
  • Rinse and drain black beans and corn before using.
  • If you don't have salsa, you can use diced tomatoes and chili powder instead.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.
  • Top the salad with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, avocado, sour cream, or chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

This rice taco salad is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice. The salad is packed with protein, fiber, and vegetables, and it is also low in calories and fat. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give this rice taco salad a try.

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