Best 7 Black Bean Lasagna Cooking Light Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with our tantalizing Black Bean Lasagna, a delightful fusion of traditional Italian flavors and the wholesome goodness of black beans. This vegetarian lasagna is a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring layers of tender lasagna noodles, savory black bean filling, creamy white sauce, and a golden-brown cheese crust. Each bite offers a delightful medley of flavors and textures, making it a satisfying and guilt-free meal.

Accompanying this main course are three additional delectable recipes that complement the Black Bean Lasagna perfectly. Start with the refreshing simplicity of our Cucumber and Tomato Salad, a vibrant medley of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, red onions, and fresh herbs, all tossed in a zesty lemon-tahini dressing. Savor the Mediterranean essence of our Quinoa Tabbouleh, a vibrant blend of fluffy quinoa, chopped parsley, tomatoes, cucumbers, and a burst of fresh lemon-herb dressing. Lastly, treat yourself to the decadent indulgence of our Flourless Chocolate Torte, a gluten-free masterpiece boasting a luscious and rich chocolate ganache filling encased in a crisp almond crust. These culinary gems are guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY BLACK BEAN LASAGNA



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This is one of my family's absolute favorite meatless meals. I came up with this variation on lasagna to help my husband lower his cholesterol level, and I never dreamed that family and friends would rave over it." Dusty Davis - Slidell, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

9 lasagna noodles
1 large onion, chopped
1 teaspoon canola oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (16 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
1 cup water
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 large egg whites, lightly beaten
1 carton (15 ounces) reduced-fat ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 cups shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the beans, tomatoes, tomato paste, water, cilantro and pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until slightly thickened., In a small bowl, combine the egg whites, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese and parsley., Drain noodles. Spread 1/2 cup bean mixture into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Layer with three noodles, a third of the ricotta mixture, a third of the remaining bean mixture and 2/3 cup cheese blend. Repeat layers twice., Cover and bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until bubbly. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 455mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY BLACK BEAN LASAGNA



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A Tex-Mex kind of lasagna. I had this at a "100 Chefs for UNCF" banquet a few years back. (UNCF = United Negro College Fund) The chef, Jerry Richard was kind enough to share his recipe.

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained (Progresso or Green Giant)
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes (Progresso)
3/4 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup salsa (Old El Paso Thick'n Chunky)
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 cup light ricotta cheese
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 egg
10 uncooked lasagna noodles
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese or 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded (6 ounces)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Spray 13x9-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, mash beans slightly.
  • Stir in tomatoes, onions, bell pepper, salsa, chili powder and cumin.
  • Mix well.
  • In a small bowl, combine ricotta cheese, garlic powder and egg; blend well.
  • Spread 1 cup of tomato mixture over bottom of spray-coated baking dish.
  • Top with half of noodles, overlapping slightly.
  • Top with half of remaining tomato mixture.
  • Spoon ricotta mixture over top, spread carefully.
  • Top with half of cheese, then with remaining noodles, tomato mixture and cheese.
  • Cover tightly with spray coated foil.
  • Bake at 350°F for 40 to 45 minutes or until noodles are tender.
  • Uncover, let stand 15 minutes before serving.

BLACK BEAN LASAGNA



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h55m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Two 15-ounce cans black beans, rinsed and drained
8 ounces lasagna noodles
1 recipe Tofu Ricotta, recipe follows
One 28-ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
One 12-ounce can tomato paste
1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves
2 teaspoons salt, plus more for pasta
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup raw cashews, finely ground
14 ounces extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed (see Cook's Note)
1/4 cup nutritional yeast
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil, or 1 tablespoon dried basil
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a large saucepan, combine the tomatoes and their juices, tomato paste, garlic powder, salt, pepper, oregano, onions and black beans. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the lasagna noodles and cook to al dente according to package directions. Drain the noodles well.
  • Spread 1 cup of the prepared sauce in a 9- by 13- by 2-inch baking pan. Make three layers each of noodles, sauce and Tofu Ricotta. End with the sauce and make sure the noodles are completely covered or they will dry out during baking. Bake for 45 minutes, uncovered. Allow the dish to stand for 15 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.
  • Add the cashews to a food processor and grind them. Then crumble in the tofu, and add the yeast, olive oil and basil. Season with salt and pepper. Store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to use. Keeps well for at least a week.

BLACK BEAN LASAGNA II



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Lasagna with a Southwest twist. This can be frozen unbaked and kept for up to a month. Simply thaw in refrigerator overnight and bake as directed. Tastes even better reheated the second day!

Provided by Chris J

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

9 lasagna noodles
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped red bell pepper
½ cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (16 ounce) can refried black beans
2 ¾ cups canned tomato sauce
½ cup salsa
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided
1 ½ cups cottage cheese
1 cup ricotta cheese
¼ cup sour cream
8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
¼ cup sliced ripe olives
8 sprigs fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Coat a large skillet with non-stick cooking spray, and place over medium heat. Saute onion, red bell pepper, corn and garlic until tender. Stir in black beans, refried beans, tomato sauce, salsa and 1/4 cup cilantro. Cook until heated through and slightly thickened; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese, ricotta, sour cream, shredded Monterey Jack cheese and remaining 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; set aside.
  • Coat a 9x13 inch casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray. Arrange 3 of the cooked lasagna noodles in the bottom of the dish, cutting to fit if necessary. Spread with 1/3 of the bean mixture, then 1/3 of the cheese mixture. Repeat layers twice more.
  • Cover, and bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes. Garnish with sliced black olives and sprigs of cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.1 calories, Carbohydrate 39.7 g, Cholesterol 34.7 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 1067.2 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

BLACK BEAN LASAGNA KINSTLINGER-BRUHN



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Provided by Charlotte Kinstlinger-Bruhn

Categories     Food Processor     Bean     Pasta     Tomato     Bake     Vegetarian     Mozzarella     Parmesan     Ricotta     Gourmet

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 1/2 cups (9 ounces) dried black beans, picked over and rinsed
2 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon pepper
5 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion
4 garlic cloves
3/4 cup dry red wine
2 cups tomato purée
2 cups canned crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
2 cups part-skim-milk ricotta
1 large egg, beaten lightly
1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
9 dried lasagna noodles
1 pound part-skim-milk mozzarella, sliced thin

Steps:

  • Let the beans soak overnight in cold water to cover by 2 inches. Drain the beans and in a saucepan combine them with 4 1/2 cups water, 1 1/2 teaspoons of the salt, the bay leaf, and the pepper. Bring the water to a boil and simmer the beans for 1 1/4 hours, or until they are tender. Drain the beans and in the food processor purée 1 cup of them with 2 tablespoons of the oil, reserving the remaining beans.
  • In a saucepan cook the onions and the garlic in the remaining 3 tablespoons oil over moderately low heat, stirring, until the onion is softened. Add the wine and boil the mixture, stirring, until the liquid is almost evaporated. Add the tomato purée, the crushed tomatoes, the sugar, the oregano, the remaining 3/4 tablespoon salt, and the reserved beans and simmer the sauce, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour. (Do not let the sauce come to a boil.) The sauce may be made in advance and frozen for 3 months.
  • In a bowl combine the ricotta, the egg, the coriander, and 1/2 cup of the Parmesan. In a kettle of boiling salted water cook the noodles for 8 to 10 minutes, or until they are al dente, drain them in a colander, and rinse them under cold water. In a lightly oiled baking dish, 13 by 9 inches, arrange 3 of the noodles and over them spread half the ricotta mixture and then one third of the tomato bean sauce. Arrange one third of the mozzarella over the sauce and sprinkle it with one third of the remaining Parmesan. Layer 3 of the remaining noodles over the Parmesan, spread the puréed bean mixture and half the remaining tomato bean sauce over the noodles, and top the sauce with half the remaining mozzarella and half the remaining Parmesan. Arrange the 3 remaining noodles over the cheese, spoon the remaining ricotta mixture and tomato bean sauce over them, and top the sauce with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan. Bake the lasagna in the middle of a preheated 375°F. oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until it is bubbling.

BLACK BEAN LASAGNA



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I'm a schoolteacher who loves exchanging recipes with my colleagues. This is a great recipe for a crowd. It's tasty, nutritious and feeds plenty.-Deborah Kolek, Winchester Center, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
4 to 6 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup canned pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
1 large egg white, beaten
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
4 flour tortillas (7 inches), halved

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion and green pepper in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, salt, chili powder, cumin and cayenne. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Stir in the black beans and pinto beans. Heat through., In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, egg white, parsley and jalapeno. Spread a third of the bean mixture into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with half of the cheddar cheese, tortillas and ricotta mixture. Repeat layers. Spread remaining bean mixture over top., Cover and bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 726mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

BLACK BEAN LASAGNA



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This Lasagna is a good Vegetarian dish. It can be made ahead up to 1 day and baked as directed or , freeze up to 1 month; thaw frozen casserole in fefrigerator overnight, and bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until heated through. The recipe comes from Better Homes & Gardens.com.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

9 lasagna noodles
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
nonstick cooking spray
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green sweet pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce (ROTEL-Diced tomatoes with green chilies works great) or 2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce, with seasoning (ROTEL-Diced tomatoes with green chilies works great)
1/4 cup fresh snipped cilantro
1 (12 ounce) container low fat cottage cheese
1 (8 ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese
1/4 cup light sour cream
sliced tomatoes (optional)
fresh cilantro leaves (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions; drain.
  • Mash one can of the beans and set aside; Lightly coat a large skillet with cooking spray; add onions, green sweet pepper, and garlic; Cook and stir over medium heat until tender but not brown, add the mashed beans,unmashed beans, tomato sauce, and snipped cilantro; heat through.
  • In a large bowl combine cottage cheese, cream cheese, and sour cream;set aside.
  • Spray a 3-quart rectangular baking dish with nonstick coating; arrange 3 of the noodles in the dish; Top with one-third of the bean mixture, then spread one-third of the cheese mixture,repeat layers twice, ending with bean mixture;RESERVE the remaining cheese mixture.
  • Bake, covered, in a 350 degree oven for 40 to 45 minutes or until heated through; DOLLOP with reserved cheese mixture, Let stand 10 minutes, Garnish with tomatoes slices and cilantro if desired.

Tips:

  • Use canned black beans. Canned black beans are a convenient and affordable option for this recipe. Just be sure to rinse and drain them before using.
  • Don't overcook the lasagna noodles. Al dente noodles will hold their shape better and won't become mushy in the lasagna.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This recipe calls for bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms, but you can use any vegetables you like. Some other good options include zucchini, squash, and spinach.
  • Make sure the lasagna is cooked through. The lasagna is done when the cheese is melted and bubbly and the noodles are tender.
  • Let the lasagna rest before serving. This will help the lasagna to set and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Black Bean Lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make vegetarian dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. It's packed with protein and fiber, and it's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give Black Bean Lasagna a try!

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