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Fiesta Lime Rice

Fiesta Lime Rice

The ultimate comfort food, Fiesta Lime Rice is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings the flavors of summer to your table. Bursting with fresh ingredients and zesty lime, it’s a perfect addition to any meal. Make it tonight for an easy weeknight dinner that everyone will love!
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Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups cooked long grain rice
  • 3/4 cup canned black beans rinsed and heated
  • 3/4 cup cooked corn I used Trader Joe's Fire Roasted frozen Corn, heated
  • 1 large tomato diced
  • 1 large scallion diced fine
  • 2-4 tbsp chopped cilantro to your liking
  • 1 tbsp fresh squeezed lime juice
  • salt to taste

Equipment

  • Chef's Knife
  • Baking Sheet
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine hot rice, heated corn, heated black beans, tomato, scallion, cilantro, lime juice and salt if needed. Toss and serve.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. It will stay fresh for up to three days. Freezing: Can you freeze this? Yes! Just make sure it’s completely cool before placing it in a freezer-safe container. It can be frozen for up to three months. Pairing: What to serve with this? Fiesta Lime Rice goes well with grilled vegetables, tacos, or as a side for your favorite protein. Serving Temperature: While it can be served warm, it’s also delicious cold as a salad. Flavor Boost: Feel free to add more spices like cumin or chili powder to elevate the flavors even more.