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Picadillo

Picadillo on a plate
Makes: 4 Servings
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Preparation Time: 20 minutes

This recipe starts with seasoned and browned ground beef simmered with tomatoes and beans and is finished with a mix of olives and raisins. Served over rice, this flavorful dish makes a quick and easy meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked brown rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 1 yellow onion (peeled and diced)
  • 1 bell pepper (cored, seeded, and diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (peeled and minced)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 3/4 pound lean ground turkey or beef
  • 1 can 14.5 ounce low-sodium diced tomatoes (including liquid)
  • 1 can 15.5 ounce low-sodium black beans (drained and rinsed with cold water)
  • 1/4 cup green olives (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup raisins

Directions

Prepare the Rice:

  1. Cook as instructed on the package.
  2. Set aside.

Prepare the Picadillo:

  1. Place the skillet on the stove over medium heat and when hot, add oil. Add the onion, pepper, and garlic. Cook and stir about 10 minutes until the onion is softened and lightly browned.
  2. Add oregano, cumin, pepper, and salt, and stir well.
  3. Add beef, in small amounts. Stir well and cook about 5 minutes until the beef is cooked throughout.
  4. Add beans and tomatoes and simmer about 15 minutes until mixture blends together.
  5. Add olives and raisins. Stir well and cook about 2 minutes until heated through.
  6. Serve over rice or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Serve with avocado, if desired.

Notes

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Source:

USDA Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 1/2 cup
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 547
Total Fat 16 g
Saturated Fat 4 g
Cholesterol 63 mg
Sodium 435 mg
Carbohydrates 76 g
Dietary Fiber 14 g
Total Sugars 12 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 28 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 153 mg
Iron 6 mg
Potassium 1027 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 547
Total Fat 16 g
Saturated Fat 4 g
Monounsaturated Fat 6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 5 g
Linoleic Acid 4 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.3 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 g
Omega 3 - DHA 0 g
Cholesterol 63 mg
Carbohydrates 76 g
Dietary Fiber 14 g
Total Sugars 12 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 28 g
Minerals
Calcium 153 mg
Potassium 1027 mg
Sodium 435 mg
Copper 1 mg
Iron 6 mg
Magnesium 142 mg
Phosphorus 480 mg
Selenium 33 mg
Zinc 4 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 53 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.8 mg
Vitamin B12 1.0 mcg
Vitamin C 40 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 2 mg
Vitamin K 16 mcg
Folate 104 mcg
Thiamin 1.1 mg
Riboflavin 0.5 mg
Niacin 10 mg
Choline 99 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Fruit 1/4 cups
Grains 2 ounces
Protein Foods 2 ounces
Vegetables 1 1/2 cups
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