Best 5 Mexican Lasagna Lite Recipes

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**Mexican lasagna lite: a unique blend of Mexican flavors and classic Italian lasagna.**

This Mexican lasagna lite recipe takes the classic Italian dish and gives it a south-of-the-border twist. The lasagna is made with layers of corn tortillas, black beans, bell peppers, onion, zucchini, tomatoes, cheese, and a creamy tomatillo sauce. The result is a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

The recipe also includes instructions for making a vegetarian version of the lasagna, as well as a step-by-step guide on how to assemble the dish. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to please everyone at your table.

**Other recipes included in the article:**

* **Mexican lasagna with ground beef:** This recipe is a heartier version of the lasagna lite, made with ground beef, black beans, corn, and a spicy chili sauce.
* **Mexican lasagna soup:** This soup is a great way to enjoy the flavors of lasagna in a lighter, more portable form. It's made with corn tortillas, black beans, bell peppers, onion, zucchini, tomatoes, cheese, and a creamy tomatillo sauce.
* **Mexican lasagna tacos:** These tacos are a fun and easy way to serve lasagna. They're made with corn tortillas, black beans, bell peppers, onion, zucchini, tomatoes, cheese, and a creamy tomatillo sauce.
* **Mexican lasagna enchiladas:** These enchiladas are a delicious and festive way to serve lasagna. They're made with corn tortillas, black beans, bell peppers, onion, zucchini, tomatoes, cheese, and a creamy tomatillo sauce.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MEXICAN LASAGNA



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Rachael Ray's Mexican Lasagna recipe, from 30 Minute Meals on Food Network, is a south-of-the-border take on an Italian classic.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 pounds ground chicken breast, available in the packaged meats case
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 red onion, chopped
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained
1 cup medium heat taco sauce or 1 (14-oz) can stewed or fire roasted tomatoes
1 cup frozen corn kernels
Salt
8 (8 inch) spinach flour tortillas, available on dairy aisle of market
2 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar or shredded pepper jack
2 scallions, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Preheat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil - twice around the pan. Add chicken and season with chili powder, cumin, and red onion. Brown the meat, 5 minutes. Add taco sauce or stewed or fire roasted tomatoes. Add black beans and corn. Heat the mixture through, 2 to 3 minutes then season with salt, to your taste.
  • Coat a shallow baking dish with remaining extra-virgin olive oil, about 1 tablespoon oil. Cut the tortillas in half or quarters to make them easy to layer with. Build lasagna in layers of meat and beans, then tortillas, then cheese. Repeat: meat, tortilla, cheese again. Bake lasagna 12 to 15 minutes until cheese is brown and bubbly. Top with the scallions and serve.

MEXICAN LASAGNA



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Mexican Lasagna! Also known as Taco Lasagna or Mexican Casserole, this dish is layered with corn tortillas, ground beef, green chiles, beans, salsa, and cheese. A huge hit with a crowd! Perfect for potlucks.

Provided by Elise Bauer

Categories     Dinner     Casserole     Casserole     Enchiladas     TexMex

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 22

Extra virgin olive oil
1 1/4 pounds ground beef or ground turkey
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground coriander seeds
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 14-oz can refried pinto beans (or you can make your own refried beans )
2 medium onions, chopped (about 2 1/2 cups)
1 red bell pepper, stem and seeds removed, chopped (about 1 cup)
3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
1 28-oz can crushed or diced tomatoes, preferably "Fire Roasted"
1 7-oz can diced green Anaheim chiles
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
12 (6-inch) corn tortillas (choose sturdy tortillas mad with yellow corn)
2 cups coarsely grated Monterey Jack cheese (about 8 oz)
2 cups coarsely grated mild cheddar cheese (about 8 oz)
To serve:
Sour cream
Avocado
Cilantro
Iceberg lettuce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly oil a 9x13-inch glass or ceramic baking dish.
  • Cool and serve: Let the casserole stand for 10-15 minutes before serving. Serve with sour cream, chopped avocado, chopped cilantro, and thinly sliced iceberg lettuce on which has been sprinkled vinegar and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 672 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 116 mg, Fiber 8 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Sodium 1128 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 43 g, ServingSize Serves 8, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

MEXICAN LASAGNA



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Make and share this Mexican Lasagna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by erinBOberrin

Categories     Poultry

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb lean ground turkey
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 1/2 cups tomato sauce (low sodium)
16 ounces salsa or 16 ounces picante sauce
1 cup light cottage cheese
3/4 cup egg substitute
8 corn tortillas
4 ounces light monterey jack cheese, shredded
4 ounces light cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Brown turkey, drain (if necessary).
  • Add seasoning packet, onion, tomato sauce and salsa.
  • Simmer 5-7 minutes.
  • Combine cottage cheese and egg in small bowl.
  • Spray 9 x 13 pan with cooking spray.
  • Assemble lasagna in the following order: 1/2 meat mixture, 1/2 tortillas, 1/2 cottage cheese mixture, 1/2 cheese, repeat.
  • Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes.
  • Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

FAVORITE MEXICAN LASAGNA



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Tortillas replace lasagna noodles in this beefy casserole with a south-of-the-border twist. With salsa, enchilada sauce, chilies, cheese and refried beans, it's a fiesta of flavors. -Tina Newhauser, Peterborough, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/4 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups salsa
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 envelope taco seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 flour tortillas (10 inches)
3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
2 cups crushed tortilla chips
Sliced ripe olives, guacamole, chopped tomatoes and sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in the salsa, beans, enchilada sauce, chilies, taco seasoning and pepper; heat through. , Spread 1 cup meat mixture in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with two tortillas, a third of the remaining meat mixture and 1 cup cheese. Repeat layers. Top with remaining tortillas and meat mixture., Cover and bake at 375° for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese and top with tortilla chips. , Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with olives, guacamole, tomatoes and sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 1240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

MEXICAN LASAGNA



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I collect cookbooks and recipes (this one is from my son's mother-in-law). My husband teases me that I won't live long enough to try half of the recipes in my files! He loves this easy Mexican lasagna. -Rose Ann Buhle, Minooka, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds ground beef
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 envelope taco seasoning
2 tablespoons hot salsa
12 ounces uncooked lasagna noodles
4 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1 jar (16 ounces) mild salsa
2 cups water
2 cups sour cream
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
3 green onions, chopped
1 medium tomato, chopped, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in beans, chilies, taco seasoning and hot salsa., In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer a third of the noodles and meat mixture. Sprinkle with 1 cup of cheese. Repeat layers twice. , Combine mild salsa and water; pour over top. Cover and bake 1 hour or until heated through. , Top with sour cream, olives, onions, tomatoes if desired and remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, 5 minutes. Let stand 10-15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 521 calories, Fat 28g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 909mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Tips:

  • To save time, use no-boil lasagna noodles or pre-cooked ground beef.
  • Don't overcook the lasagna noodles, as they will continue to cook in the oven.
  • Use a variety of cheeses, such as mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan, to add flavor and texture to the lasagna.
  • Layer the lasagna carefully, pressing down on each layer to ensure that it is evenly distributed.
  • Bake the lasagna until it is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
  • Let the lasagna rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

This Mexican lasagna lite is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and is sure to be a hit with the whole family. With its combination of Mexican spices, cheese, and pasta, this lasagna is a unique and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.

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