Description
Culinary magic meets comfort in this Mexican Lasagna, blending zesty spices and layered textures for a mouthwatering meal. Cheese-draped tortillas and seasoned meat create a fiesta of flavors that will transport you straight to a Mexican kitchen’s heart.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein Ingredients:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning)
- 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup canned corn, drained
- 1 ½ cups salsa
- 1 cup canned diced tomatoes, drained
Layer and Topping Ingredients:
- 8 large flour tortillas (or corn tortillas for gluten-free option)
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup sliced black olives
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Create a robust, flavor-packed filling by browning ground meat in a large skillet until thoroughly cooked and crumbly, eliminating any excess grease.
- Incorporate aromatic onions and garlic, sautéing until they release their fragrant essence and become translucent.
- Enrich the mixture with zesty taco seasoning, then fold in hearty black beans, sweet corn kernels, vibrant salsa, and juicy diced tomatoes.
- Allow the filling to simmer gently, melding the diverse ingredients into a harmonious, mouth-watering combination.
- Warm the oven to a precise 375°F, preparing for the layering process.
- Select a spacious baking dish and spread a thin protective base of the meat mixture to prevent potential sticking.
- Carefully arrange tortillas across the base, slightly overlapping to ensure complete coverage.
- Distribute one-third of the seasoned meat mixture evenly, creating a substantial foundation.
- Generously sprinkle a layer of shredded cheese, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Repeat the layering sequence two additional times, building depth and complexity.
- Crown the lasagna with a lavish final layer of cheese, promising a golden, bubbling surface.
- Optional: Embellish with dollops of creamy sour cream and scattered black olive rings.
- Shield the creation with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Unveil the dish, allowing the cheese to transform into a molten, appetizing topping during an additional 10-15 minutes of baking.
- Allow the lasagna to rest briefly, enabling the layers to settle and intensify in flavor.
- Slice carefully and garnish with fresh, chopped cilantro.
- Serve accompanied by optional garnishes like creamy guacamole, extra sour cream, or fiery jalapeños.
Notes
- Choose lean ground meat like turkey or chicken to reduce fat content and make the dish healthier.
- Replace regular tortillas with whole wheat or low-carb alternatives for a more nutritious meal.
- Experiment with different protein sources like shredded chicken, black beans, or plant-based crumbles for variety.
- Add extra vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini to boost nutritional value and create more complex flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg