Description
Spicy Mexican lasagna brings a fiery fusion of zesty flavors and hearty layers that dance across your palate. Melted cheese, tender tortillas, and rich spices create a comforting meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
Vegetables and Legumes:
- 1 can (15 ounces/425 grams) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
Dairy and Other Ingredients:
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 2 cups salsa
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the layered dish.
- Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, thoroughly breaking apart the meat during cooking.
- Incorporate taco seasoning into the beef, ensuring even distribution of spices.
- Mix black beans, corn, and salsa into the seasoned beef, simmering for 2-3 minutes to blend flavors.
- Arrange the first layer of tortillas in a baking dish, creating a solid base for the lasagna.
- Spread a portion of the beef and vegetable mixture evenly over the tortillas.
- Sprinkle a generous layer of cheese across the beef mixture.
- Drizzle additional salsa over the cheese layer for extra moisture and flavor.
- Repeat the layering process with tortillas, beef mixture, cheese, and salsa until ingredients are used.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to prevent excessive browning.
- Bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes.
- Verify the cheese is fully melted and slightly bubbling around the edges.
- Allow the lasagna to rest for 5 minutes to set and cool slightly.
- Garnish with dollops of sour cream, chopped cilantro, and sliced green onions.
- Cut into portions and serve while still warm.
Notes
- Customize the spice level by choosing mild or hot taco seasoning to match your heat preference.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a leaner or vegetarian version.
- Use whole wheat tortillas to boost nutritional value and add extra fiber to the dish.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time to streamline the cooking process and reduce kitchen stress.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 670 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg