Easy Taco Rice (dairy and soy free)

Easy Taco Rice (dairy & soy-free, vegan)

serves 4

2 cups Minute Rice
1 ¾ cup water
¼ cup taco sauce
1 green bell pepper, finely diced
half large onion, finely diced
1 tomato, finely diced
1 clove garlic, minced
salt & pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add in the pepper and onion and saute for about 5 minutes, until soft and nearly browned. Add in your tomato and garlic, stirring for one or two minutes until the garlic is fragrant.

Add in your water and bring to a boil. Stir in your rice, salt, pepper, and taco sauce. Remove from heat and allow to sit five minutes. Fluff with a fork, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve hot.

(Nutrition facts calculated without the addition of salt. Sodium will vary depending on the amount of salt you add to your recipe. All nutrition facts should be regarded as an estimate.)