Best 10 Cheesy Black Bean Lasagna Recipes

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Calling all lasagna lovers! Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our cheesy black bean lasagna, a delectable fusion of Mexican and Italian flavors. This innovative recipe combines the hearty goodness of black beans with a creamy cheese filling, all nestled between layers of tender lasagna sheets. But that's not all; we've got you covered with three additional variations to tantalize your taste buds.

Our classic cheesy black bean lasagna is a symphony of flavors, featuring a zesty tomato sauce, a blend of three cheeses, and a sprinkling of fresh cilantro. For those who prefer a meaty twist, our beef and black bean lasagna incorporates succulent ground beef, adding an extra layer of savory richness. Craving a vegetarian delight? Our roasted vegetable lasagna is a vibrant symphony of colorful veggies, sure to satisfy even the most discerning palate. And for a touch of heat, our spicy black bean lasagna infuses a delightful kick with the addition of diced jalapeños and a spicy tomato sauce.

Each recipe comes with step-by-step instructions, a list of easily accessible ingredients, and nutritional information to help you make informed choices. So, whether you're a seasoned lasagna enthusiast or a culinary adventurer seeking new horizons, our cheesy black bean lasagna and its variations are sure to hit the spot. Prepare to indulge in a hearty and flavorful feast that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

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



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A delicious vegetarian lasagna using corn tortillas instead of lasagna noodles, layered with salsa, black beans, cheese, and guacamole.

Provided by ESNOW

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 onions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
½ green bell pepper, diced
½ red bell pepper, diced
1 (14.5 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 cup salsa
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
salt and black pepper to taste
2 avocados - peeled, pitted, and mashed
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
12 (6 inch) corn tortillas, quartered
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Warm oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onions, 3 cloves of chopped garlic, and green and red bell peppers. Cook until the onions are soft and translucent. Stir in tomatoes with juice, salsa, and black beans. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer, and cook about 3 minutes.
  • In a bowl, mash the avocados with 1 clove chopped garlic and lemon juice.
  • Place a layer of tortillas on the bottom of the baking dish. Spread 1/3 of the tomato and bean mixture on top. Spread 1/2 of guacamole on top, then sprinkle with 1/3 of cheese. Lay out another layer of tortillas. Top with half of the remaining tomato and bean mixture. Then spread remaining guacamole on top. Sprinkle with half the cheese. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until sauce is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 29.7 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 7.6 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 471.8 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

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.

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

CHEESY WHITE BEAN-TOMATO BAKE



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For those of you who love lasagna's edges, where sticky tomato meets crisp cheese, this whole dish is for you - even the middle. A tube of tomato paste here mimics the deep flavors of sun-dried tomato. Frying a few generous squeezes caramelizes the tomato's sugars and saturates the olive oil, making a mixture that's ready to glom onto anything you stir through it. Here, it's white beans, though you could add in kale, noodles, even roasted vegetables. Then, all that's left to do is dot it with cheese and bake until it's as molten or singed as you like. Serve with bread and a bitter-green salad.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, lunch, weekday, weeknight, beans, main course, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 fat garlic cloves, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 (15-ounce) cans white beans (such as cannellini or Great Northern) or chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup boiling water
Kosher salt and black pepper
1/3 pound mozzarella, coarsely grated (about 1 1/3 cups)

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 475 degrees. In a 10-inch ovenproof skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Fry the garlic until it's lightly golden, about 1 minute. Stir in the tomato paste (be careful of splattering) and fry for 30 seconds, reducing the heat as needed to prevent the garlic from burning.
  • Add the beans, water and generous pinches of salt and pepper and stir to combine. Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the top, then bake until the cheese has melted and browned in spots, 5 to 10 minutes. If the top is not as toasted as you'd like, run the skillet under the broiler for a minute or 2. Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 489, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 717 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

SUPER CHEESY HOMETOWN LASAGNA



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h5m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 pounds lean ground beef
One 16-ounce can tomato sauce
One 6-ounce can tomato paste
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic salt
2 bay leaves
1 medium yellow onion, grated
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan
1 pound ricotta
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic salt
Pinch red pepper flakes, optional
1 large egg
One 9-ounce package no-boil lasagna noodles (16 noodles)
12 slices boiled ham (about 1/2 pound)
12 slices provolone (about 3/4 pound)
1 1/2 pounds low-moisture mozzarella, grated (I like Polly-O; 5 to 6 cups)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • For the meat sauce: In a stockpot or Dutch oven, combine the beef (do not brown first), tomato sauce, tomato paste, chili powder, sugar, salt, pepper, garlic salt, bay leaves and onion. Add 2 cups water. Mix until combined. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Stir in the vinegar and simmer for another 30 minutes.
  • For the lasagna: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and place the dish on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • In a medium bowl combine the ricotta, basil, parsley, garlic salt, red pepper flakes, if using, and egg and stir until well blended.
  • Spread 2 cups meat sauce across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Place 4 noodles over the sauce-it is okay if they overlap slightly. Dollop 2/3 cup of the ricotta mixture on the noodles, then spread it in an even layer. Top the ricotta with 4 slices ham, then 4 slices provolone. Sprinkle 1 cup mozzarella over the provolone. Repeat the layering-sauce, noodles, ricotta, ham, provolone, mozzarella-twice more. Top with another layer of noodles, then the Parmesan and the remaining mozzarella.
  • Cover the baking dish tightly with foil. Bake until the dish is bubbling and the noodles are cooked (you can test by poking with a sharp knife to make sure the noodles are soft), about 50 minutes. Remove the foil and return to the oven until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown, another 10 to 15 minutes. Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes, then serve warm.

CHEESY ENCHILADA LASAGNA



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Make your next meal simple but savory by using your slow cooker for this Cheesy Enchilada Lasagna entrée. Layer your slow cooker with noodles, black beans, beef, green chiles, cream cheese and more, then enjoy this perfectly roasted Cheesy Enchilada Lasagna a few hours later.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 4h20m

Yield 8 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb. lean ground beef
2 cans (10 oz. each) enchilada sauce
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed
1 can (10 oz.) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1/4 cup milk
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Colby & Monterey Jack Cheeses, divided
6 lasagna noodles, uncooked
1 can (2.25 oz.) sliced black olives, drained
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Brown meat in large skillet; drain. Stir in enchilada sauce, beans and tomatoes.
  • Mix cream cheese and milk in medium bowl until blended. Stir in 1-1/2 cups shredded cheese.
  • Spoon 2 cups meat sauce into slow cooker; top with layers of half each of the noodles (broken to fit) and cheese mixture. Cover with 2 cups meat sauce; top with remaining noodles (broken to fit), cheese mixture and meat sauce. Cover with lid.
  • Cook on LOW 4 to 6 hours or until liquid is absorbed. Sprinkle with remaining shredded cheese; let stand, covered, 10 min. or until melted. Uncover; let stand 15 to 20 min. before serving. Serve topped with olives and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 1000 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 23 g

CHEESY, SPICY BLACK BEAN BAKE



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Whether or not you've fallen for this cheesy white-bean tomato bake, we'd like you to meet its bolder counterpart, smoky and spiced, with lots of melty cheese. Black beans shine in a deep-red mixture of fried garlic, caramelized tomato paste, smoked paprika and cumin. The whole skillet gets coated in a generous sprinkling of sharp Cheddar or Manchego cheese, then baked until melted. The final result is what you hope for from a really good chili or stew, but in a lot less time. For a spicier rendition, add a pinch of cayenne with the paprika, or douse the final skillet with hot sauce. Serve with tortillas, tortilla chips, rice, a baked potato or fried eggs.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, easy, weekday, beans, main course

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
5 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 (14-ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup boiling water
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 1/2 cups grated Cheddar or Manchego cheese (from about a 6-ounce block)

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 475 degrees. In a 10-inch ovenproof skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high. Fry the garlic until lightly golden, about 1 minute. Stir in the tomato paste, paprika, red-pepper flakes and cumin (be careful of splattering), and fry for 30 seconds, reducing the heat as needed to prevent the garlic from burning.
  • Add the beans, water and generous pinches of salt and pepper, and stir to combine. Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the top then bake until the cheese has melted, 5 to 10 minutes. If the top is not as browned as you'd like, run the skillet under the broiler for 1 or 2 minutes. Serve immediately.

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.

CHEESY MEXICAN LASAGNA



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Sink your teeth into our Cheesy Mexican Lasagna tonight. This Cheesy Mexican Lasagna brings together all your favorite Tex-Mex flavors in a whole new way.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb. lean ground beef
3/4 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Medium Salsa
1 pkg. (1 oz.) TACO BELL® Taco Seasoning Mix
6 flour tortillas (6 inch)
1 can (15.5 oz.) black beans, rinsed
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Cheddar & Asadero Cheese Deliciously Paired for Tacos
1 tomato, seeded, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup chopped avocados
1/4 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • Brown meat in large skillet; drain. Return meat to skillet. Stir in salsa and seasoning mix; simmer on medium-low heat 10 min., stirring occasionally.
  • Spread 1/2 cup meat mixture onto bottom of 8-square baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; top with 2 tortillas. Cover with layers of 1/2 cup meat mixture, half the beans, 1/2 cup cheese and 2 of the remaining tortillas; repeat layers. Top with remaining meat mixture and cheese; cover.
  • Bake 30 min.; uncover. Let stand 5 min. Top with remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 1190 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 22 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of beans. Black beans are a classic choice for lasagna, but you can also use other types of beans, such as kidney beans, pinto beans, or lentils.
  • Don't overcook the beans. Beans should be cooked until they are tender but still hold their shape.
  • Season the beans well. Use a variety of spices and herbs to flavor the beans, such as chili powder, cumin, garlic, and onion.
  • Use a flavorful cheese. A sharp cheddar cheese or a melty mozzarella cheese will work well in this lasagna.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make lasagna, so feel free to get creative and add your own personal touches.

Conclusion:

Cheesy black bean lasagna is a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. So next time you are looking for a new lasagna recipe, give this one a try!

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