Description
Mexican Lasagna is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that layers cheesy goodness with spicy ground beef and warm tortillas. Ideal for gatherings or cozy family dinners, this recipe will have everyone asking for seconds. With its beautiful presentation and bold flavors, it’s not just a meal; it’s a celebration on your plate!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 9 corn tortillas (or flour if preferred)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add ground beef, cumin, and chili powder; cook until browned.
- Stir in black beans and salsa; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Layer tortillas in the baking dish, followed by meat mixture and cheese. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the dish (approx. 180g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: For extra creaminess, mix sour cream into the filling. Substitute ground beef with turkey or add veggies like bell peppers for a twist. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.