Weight Watchers Mexican Brown Rice Casserole Recipe
Weight Watchers Mexican Brown Rice Casserole Recipe. You’re in the right place if you’re after a dinner that’s full of flavor! It’s a blend of wholesome ingredients that brings together the best of Mexican cuisine, all in one comforting casserole.
To whip up this meal, you’ll be using just a few ingredients. Brown rice is at the heart of the recipe, lending a rich, nutty flavor. It’s paired with salsa, refried beans, corn, chili peppers, and cheese.
What’s more, it’s a versatile dish. Serve it alongside grilled chicken, lean beef, or your favorite vegetables. It’s equally good as a main course or a side, fitting seamlessly into any meal plan.
And don’t worry if you’re new to cooking. This recipe is quite forgiving.
Whether you’re feeding a family or meal-prepping for the week, this recipe offers a satisfying solution.
Give it a try, and you’ll see why it’s become a favorite for so many!
Weight Watchers Points
7 Points (2022/2023 Plan)
MyWW Points: 7 Blue Plan and 9 Green Plan
7 WW Freestyle Points and 9 WW Smart Points
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Weight Watchers Mexican Brown Rice Casserole
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked long grain brown rice
- 1¼ cups fat-free salsa
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 can (15 ounce) traditional refried beans
- 10 ounces frozen corn kernels thawed
- 1 can (4oz) green chile peppers diced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 package (10oz) frozen chopped spinach thawed and set to drain in a strainer over a bowl
- ¾ cup reduced-fat Mexican style shredded cheese divided
- 2 tablespoon fresh chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Set your oven to 375ºF to preheat
- Use cooking spray to lightly cover a 2-quart baking dish
- Mix together the rice, salsa, and cumin in a large mixing bowl.
- Take 2 cups of the rice blend and spread it evenly at the bottom of the coated baking dish.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, mix the refried beans, corn, chili peppers, and chili powder.
- With a rubber spatula, layer the bean blend over the rice in the baking dish, smoothing the surface.
- Remove any remaining water from the spinach or collard greens.
- Layer the greens over the bean mixture.
- Scatter 6 tablespoons of cheese over the greens.
- Layer the rest of the rice blend over the cheese and smooth the surface.
- Scatter the leftover cheese on top.
- Place the casserole on a large baking sheet with aluminum foil, to prevent spills.
- Bake for around 30 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbling
- Garnish with cilantro, divide into 6 portions, and it's ready to serve.
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