**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.
MEXICAN LASAGNA
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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