Description
Mexican Beef and Rice Soup is a vibrant, hearty dish that brings the delightful flavors of Mexico to your table. This easy-to-make soup features tender ground beef, aromatic vegetables, and fluffy rice simmered in a savory broth. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, each bowl is a satisfying meal that warms the soul and invites everyone to gather around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped; any color)
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté diced onion and minced garlic in olive oil until softened.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Stir in chopped bell peppers and canned tomatoes (with juice).
- Pour in beef broth and bring to a gentle boil; reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add white rice, cumin, and chili powder; cover pot and simmer for another 20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg