LIGHT MEXICAN CASSEROLE
A must-try dinner: Here's a healthy layered casserole using whole wheat tortillas, lean beef and more veggies than traditional recipes. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Stir in the water, flour, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, coriander and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-6 minutes or until thickened., In a small bowl, combine beans and salsa. Place two tortillas in a round 2-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Layer with half of the beef mixture, bean mixture and corn; repeat layers. Top with cheese., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting. Serve with lettuce and tomatoes if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 657mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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Aizaz Mehmood
a_m48@gmail.comThis casserole is a great way to use up leftover chicken or ground beef. It's also a great meal to prepare ahead of time.
Ahmad Fahad
ahmad_f@aol.comI love this casserole! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.
emran riyad
emran-riyad@yahoo.comThis casserole was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. Next time I'll use less chili powder.
Thulani Oyiya
t@yahoo.comI've never made a Mexican casserole before, but this one was so easy to follow. It turned out delicious!
Hizbullah baloch
h_b@gmail.comThis is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy Mexican dinner. It's always a hit with my family and friends.
Markhor
markhor@hotmail.comI made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Teras Tesfamariam
ttesfamariam@hotmail.comThis casserole was a great way to use up leftover chicken. It was easy to make and very flavorful.
Jayden McEwen
mcewen_jayden23@hotmail.co.ukI was looking for a light and easy Mexican casserole and this one fit the bill. It was quick to assemble and baked up beautifully.
Joe McKenna
mckenna_j27@yahoo.comThis casserole was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more seasoning next time.
Abdulmanan Ilyaskhan
ilyaskhan_a95@hotmail.co.ukEasy and tasty! I added some extra spice with a diced jalapeno and it was perfect.
Fazal Rayhan
rayhan-fazal58@hotmail.comThis casserole was delicious! I made it exactly as the recipe said and it turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Corey Kepple
kepple.c@yahoo.comI've made this casserole several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken or ground beef.
Kwabena Sikapa
s.kwabena@gmail.comThis casserole was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and so flavorful. I loved the combination of the corn, black beans, and salsa.