Best 6 Southwestern Vegetable Bake Recipes
**Savor the Vibrant Flavors of the Southwest with a Medley of Roasted Vegetables and Savory Spices**
Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant Southwest with this collection of vegetable bakes. These delectable dishes showcase a symphony of roasted vegetables, each bursting with natural sweetness and smoky undertones. The air fills with a tantalizing aroma as bell peppers, zucchini, onions, and corn mingle with the warmth of cumin, chili powder, and a hint of cayenne. These recipes offer a delightful balance of flavors, textures, and colors, making them perfect for vegetarians, vegans, and meat-lovers alike. Whether you seek a hearty main course, a wholesome side dish, or a guilt-free snack, these southwestern vegetable bakes will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
SOUTHWESTERN VEGGIE-PACKED TATER TOT CASSEROLE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: cauliflower, olive oil, garlic, medium yellow onion, frozen corn, shredded carrot, black beans, all-purpose flour, chili powder, kosher salt, whole milk, diced tomato, shredded mozzarella cheese, frozen tater tot, small tomato, medium red onion, jalapeño, fresh cilantro
Provided by Pierce Abernathy
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Cut the head of cauliflower in half, remove the stem, and chop into small pieces. Set aside.
- Heat the oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and onion and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Add the corn, carrots, black beans, and 2 cups (600 g) of cauliflower and cook, stirring often, for another 3 minutes, until the corn starts to brown around the edges.
- Add the flour, chili powder, and salt and stir until the vegetables are evenly coated.
- Add the milk and diced tomatoes and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 3 minutes.
- Add the mozzarella cheese and stir until melted.
- Turn off the heat and arrange the tater tots on top of the vegetable mixture.
- Transfer to the oven and bake until browned and bubbling, about 30 minutes.
- Garnish the casserole with tomato, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro, if using.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 829 calories, Carbohydrate 113 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 19 grams, Protein 30 grams, Sugar 19 grams
SOUTHWEST VEGETABLE BAKE
A yummy side dish, light lunch, or add an extra can of black beans, and it becomes a great vegetarian main dish. Adapted from a weight watchers recipe given to me by a friend.
Provided by Christine in Chicago
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Mix all ingredients except cheese in a 2 quart baking dish.
- Bake, covered, 25 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
- Remove from oven,top with cheese, and bake an additional 5-10 minutes, uncovered, until cheese is melted.
- Serve hot!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.1, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 1000.3, Carbohydrate 46, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 2, Protein 8.9
SOUTHWESTERN VEGETARIAN CASSEROLE
Steps:
- Heat the oven: Preheat the oven to 450°F and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 633 kcal, Carbohydrate 88 g, Cholesterol 51 mg, Fiber 13 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 1742 mg, Sugar 13 g, Fat 22 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
SOUTHWESTERN BAKE
A delicious southwestern recipe that includes black beans. I use mild salsa, but if you like it spicy, use hot salsa. This is one of my favorite recipes.
Provided by LINDAMOMMY
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the garlic and onion; drain.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the meat mixture, chili powder, black beans, corn, sour cream and salsa. Stir until well blended.
- Into a 9x13 inch baking dish, spoon enough of the beef mixture to cover the bottom. Arrange half of the crushed tortilla chips on top of the meat mixture and layer with 1 cup of Cheddar cheese. Spoon another layer of the meat mixture on top of the cheese layer, cover with remaining chips and layer with 1 cup of cheese. Spread final layer of meat mixture on top and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese on top. Top with diced tomato and green onions.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 108.3 mg, Fat 40.4 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, Sodium 972.7 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
SOUTHWEST VEGETARIAN BAKE
This is a good hearty winter meal. It can easily be made healthier by using low fat sour cream and cheese.
Provided by SweetySJD
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h40m
Yield 8 cups, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring rice and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 35-40 minutes, until tender.
- In a bowl, combine beans, corn, tomatoes, salsa, sour cream, cheddar, pepper and rice. Transfer to a 2 1/2 quart baking dish coated with nonstick spray. Sprinkle onions and olives over top.
- Bake, uncovered, at 350°F for 30 minutes. Sprinkle Mexican cheese over top. Bake 5-10 minutes longer, until cheese is melted.
- Let stand 10 minutes.
SOUTHWEST VEGGIE AND RICE CASSEROLE
Provided by Beth Moncel
Categories Bean Rice Bake Dinner Casserole/Gratin
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Coat an 8-by-8-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-low heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the onions have softened. Add the jalapeño and bell peppers, zucchini, chili powder, and salt to the skillet and stir to combine. Raise the heat to medium and continue to sauté until the vegetables are soft and no liquid remains on the bottom of the skillet, about 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, diced tomatoes and chiles, and black beans. Add the sautéed vegetables, Taco Rice, and shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl and stir until evenly mixed.
- Pour the rice and vegetable mixture into the prepared casserole dish and bake for 20 minutes.
- Sprinkle the green onions over the casserole and serve.
Tips:
- Prep your vegetables: Before you start cooking, wash and chop all of your vegetables. This will save you time and make the cooking process go more smoothly.
- Use a variety of vegetables: The more colorful your vegetable bake is, the more nutritious it will be. Try to include a variety of vegetables with different colors and textures, such as bell peppers, zucchini, carrots, and broccoli.
- Don't overcook your vegetables: Overcooked vegetables are mushy and bland. Cook them just until they are tender-crisp.
- Season your vegetables: Don't be afraid to add some flavor to your vegetable bake. Season them with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, or any other herbs and spices that you like.
- Add some protein: If you want to make your vegetable bake more filling, you can add some protein, such as cooked chicken, beef, or tofu.
- Serve your vegetable bake with a side dish: A vegetable bake can be served as a main course or a side dish. If you are serving it as a main course, you may want to serve it with a side of rice, quinoa, or bread.
Conclusion:
A southwestern vegetable bake is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you are a vegetarian or a meat-eater, there is a southwestern vegetable bake recipe that is perfect for you. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give southwestern vegetable bake a try. You won't be disappointed!
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