Description
Easy Mexican Lasagna combines the comforting layers of traditional lasagna with zesty Mexican flavors, making it a delightful dish for any occasion. This easy-to-make recipe features corn tortillas that serve as the base for seasoned ground beef, black beans, and plenty of melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this hearty meal can be prepared in just around 30 minutes and is sure to impress everyone at the table. With its customizable ingredients and rich flavors, Easy Mexican Lasagna is a versatile dish that can be adjusted to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 2 tsp minced garlic (2 cloves)
- 1/4 cup taco seasoning (2 packets)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 14.5 oz. can fire-roasted diced tomatoes (undrained)
- 1 4 oz. can green chilis
- 1 15 oz. can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 18 corn tortillas
- 6 cups shredded cheese (blend of Monterey jack and cheddar works great)
- 1 medium tomato (diced for garnish)
- 1 bunch green onions (sliced for garnish)
- sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly coat a 9×13-inch casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with diced onion until cooked through. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water; let simmer for a few minutes.
- Mix in fire-roasted tomatoes, green chilis, and black beans until heated through.
- Layer six corn tortillas at the bottom of the casserole dish, followed by one-third of the meat mixture and two cups of cheese. Repeat layers twice more, finishing with cheese on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30-40 minutes until bubbly.
- Garnish with diced tomatoes and green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/12 of the lasagna)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg