Description
Mexican Lasagna Casserole is a cheesy, flavor-packed dish layered with tortillas, seasoned beef, beans, and gooey melted cheese. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
1 lb (450g) ground beef or turkey
1 packet (1 oz / 28g) taco seasoning
1 can (15 oz / 425g) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz / 425g) corn, drained
1 jar (16 oz / 450g) salsa
8 small flour tortillas
2 cups (200g) shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup (100g) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
½ cup (120ml) sour cream
2 green onions, sliced
Optional toppings: avocado, cilantro, chopped tomatoes, jalapeños
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned; drain excess fat.
3. Stir in taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and half of the salsa; simmer 5 minutes.
4. Spread a thin layer of salsa on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
5. Layer 2 tortillas over the salsa.
6. Spread half of the meat and bean mixture over the tortillas.
7. Sprinkle 1 cup cheddar and ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese over the layer.
8. Repeat with 2 more tortillas, remaining meat mixture, and remaining cheese.
9. Top with the last 2 tortillas and remaining salsa.
10. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
11. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
12. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing; garnish with sour cream, green onions, and optional toppings.
Notes
Tips & Variations:
– Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
– Substitute cooked shredded chicken for beef.
– Add sliced olives or bell peppers for extra flavor.
– Assemble ahead of time and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
– Freeze leftovers for up to 2 months; thaw before reheating.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg