Description
Mexican lasagna combines layers of tortillas, seasoned ground beef, and melted cheese in a zesty, satisfying dish. Hearty flavors and simple ingredients make this fusion meal a crowd-pleasing favorite you’ll want to share with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 1 can enchilada sauce
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can corn, drained
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat oven to 375F, preparing a baking dish with a light coating of enchilada sauce to prevent sticking.
- Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, thoroughly draining any excess fat.
- Sauté diced onions and minced garlic in the same skillet until they become translucent and fragrant.
- Integrate taco seasoning into the meat mixture, creating a robust flavor profile.
- Fold black beans, corn, and salsa into the seasoned beef, allowing ingredients to meld for 2-3 minutes.
- Create layers in the baking dish, alternating between tortillas, meat mixture, shredded cheese, and enchilada sauce.
- Ensure the final layer is topped with a generous sprinkle of cheese for a golden, crispy surface.
- Transfer to preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and edges are bubbling.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes to allow flavors to settle and ease cutting.
- Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and serve hot, revealing the colorful layers when sliced.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with plant-based crumbles or black beans for a vegetarian version that’s equally hearty and delicious.
- Use whole wheat tortillas to boost fiber content and create a more nutritious meal without compromising flavor.
- Choose low-fat cheese options to reduce calories while maintaining the creamy, melty texture that makes this dish irresistible.
- Enhance protein by adding quinoa or extra beans to the beef mixture, creating a more filling and balanced one-pan meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg