Description

A hearty and flavorful Mexican Lasagna that layers seasoned ground meat, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and cheese between soft tortillas, baked to perfection. This Tex-Mex favorite is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner and can be customized with ground beef, turkey, or made vegetarian with extra beans and veggies.

Ingredients

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Meat and Vegetables

1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen corn
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained

Seasonings and Sauces

1 packet taco seasoning
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup salsa

Cheese and Tortillas

2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
8 small flour tortillas or corn tortillas

Garnishes (Optional)

Chopped cilantro
Sour cream

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
Cook Meat Mixture: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic until the meat is browned and the onion becomes soft. Drain any excess grease from the pan.
Add Seasoning and Veggies: Stir in the taco seasoning packet along with 1/2 cup of water, cooking for 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture thickens. Then add the black beans, frozen corn, and undrained diced tomatoes with green chilies. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes to blend flavors.
Assemble Lasagna: Spread a thin layer of salsa on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Layer 2 tortillas over the salsa, then evenly spoon a portion of the meat and vegetable mixture over the tortillas. Sprinkle some shredded cheese on top. Continue layering with tortillas, meat mixture, and cheese until all ingredients are used. Finish by topping the final layer with cheese.
Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld and cheese to melt.
Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes. This will brown and bubble the cheese for a delicious golden top.
Rest and Serve: Let the lasagna rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped cilantro and a dollop of sour cream if desired for extra flavor and creaminess.

Notes

You can substitute the ground beef with shredded rotisserie chicken for a different protein option.
Make it vegetarian by using extra black beans and adding more vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.
This dish can be prepared ahead of time and reheated, making it convenient for meal planning.
For a gluten-free version, use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 420
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 750mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 70mg