Best 6 Vegetarian Tortilla Lasagna Recipes

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**Vegetarian Tortilla Lasagna: A Flavorful and Healthy Twist on a Classic Dish**

Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our vegetarian tortilla lasagna, a vibrant and flavorful rendition of the classic Italian dish. This innovative recipe transforms traditional lasagna into a lighter and healthier meal, using corn tortillas instead of pasta sheets. Layered with an array of fresh vegetables, savory cheeses, and a tangy tomato sauce, each bite promises a symphony of flavors and textures. Discover the joy of creating this delicious and nutritious dish with our step-by-step guide, complete with variations and serving suggestions to suit your preferences and dietary needs.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

VEGETARIAN TORTILLA CASSEROLE RECIPE (MEXICAN LASAGNA)



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Quick, easy, healthy and delicious vegetarian casserole. Great for weeknight dinner.

Provided by Lisa

Categories     Quick and easy weeknight dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 14-ounce can stewed or diced tomatoes
1 4-ounce can chopped mild green chilies
2 cups frozen corn kernels, defrosted (10-ounce bag)
I bunch scallions, chopped (set aside a handful to sprinkle on top)
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
12 corn tortillas
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese or Cheddar cheese
Toppings: Salsa, Sour cream or yogurt, scallions

Steps:

  • Combine beans, tomatoes, chilies, corn, scallions, chili powder, cumin, oregano and salt in a large bowl.
  • Lightly oil a 2-3 quart casserole dish. Line the bottom with 6 tortillas, allowing them to overlap in the middle. trim the round edges so they fit squarely against the edge of the casserole. Scoop on half the bean mixture. Sprinkle half the cheese on top. Add another layer of tortillas; the rest of the bean mixture. The rest of the cheese.
  • Bake 15-20 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the cheese is bubbling.
  • Cut into squares and serve with your favorite salsa and sour cream or yogurt to spoon on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 calories, Sugar 5.7 g, Sodium 900 mg, Fat 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, TransFat 0.4 g, Carbohydrate 47.3 g, Fiber 9.7 g, Protein 19.4 g, Cholesterol 44.3 mg

TORTILLA LASAGNA



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I found a similar recipe online and experimented with the ingredients to create this delicious lasagna. It was an instant hit with my family! They love spicy food, and this simple dish has become a new favorite. -Lynn Smith, Warrensburg, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground beef
1 cup water
1 envelope taco seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1-1/2 cups sour cream
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon cornmeal
10 flour tortillas (6 inches)
1 cup salsa
1 small onion, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water, taco seasoning, garlic powder and cayenne. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine sour cream and chili powder. In a large bowl, combine cheeses; set aside. Sprinkle cornmeal into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , Arrange five tortillas, overlapping, in the bottom of prepared dish; spread with 1/2 cup salsa. Layer with half of the meat mixture, onion and sour cream mixture. Sprinkle with 1-1/2 cups cheese mixture. Repeat layers. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 40 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese mixture. Bake 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 568 calories, Fat 36g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 125mg cholesterol, Sodium 1180mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein.

LAYERED TORTILLA LASAGNA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 8 as a main dish, or 12 to 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

About 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cups (about 6 ounces) sliced stemmed mushrooms
1 1/2 cups corn kernels, preferably fresh and cut off the cobs (about 2 ears)
8 cups (about 10 ounces) packed, stemmed spinach leaves, well rinsed but not dried
1/2 teaspoon salt
16 tortillas (this is better with store-bought rather than homemade)
5 cups Chipotle Cascabel Salsa or substitute
1 cup heavy (whipping) cream, creme fraiche or plain yogurt
3 cups (12 ounces) shredded Mexican asadero-style cheese, brick, Monterey Jack or just about any melting cheese you like
15- or 16-ounce carton ricotta cheese
About 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium. When quite hot, add the mushrooms and cook, stirring, until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the corn and cook for a minute or two longer, then scrape the mixture into a bowl. Return the skillet to the heat without washing it and add the damp spinach. Cook, stirring constantly, until just wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Scoop into a colander set in the sink and use a spoon to gently press out excess moisture. Let the vegetables cool, then scoop the spinach in with the mushrooms and corn and season with the salt.
  • Pour a little of the remaining oil into a small skillet to lightly coat the bottom and set over medium heat until hot. One at a time, quick-fry the tortillas for a few seconds per side just to soften them. As the oil is used up, add a little more, let it heat a moment, then continue frying tortillas. Drain the tortillas in a single layer on paper towels, blotting them dry with additional towels. Cut the tortillas in half.
  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Lightly oil a 13 x 9-inch baking dish. In a medium-size bowl, mix the salsa with the cream or yogurt. Spread a thin layer of the salsa mixture over the bottom of the baking dish, then cover with 8 tortilla halves. Evenly top with half of the vegetables, a scant 11/2 cups of the remaining salsa mixture and 1 cup of the shredded cheese. Add another layer of 8 tortilla halves. Spread with the ricotta and another scant 11/2 cups of the salsa mixture. Top that second layer with a third round of 8 tortilla halves, the remaining vegetables, another portion of salsa mixture and 1 cup of the shredded cheese. For the final layer, evenly lay out the remaining tortillas, spread with the remaining salsa mixture (making sure to completely cover the tortillas) and evenly sprinkle on the remaining 1 cup shredded cheese.
  • Cover lightly with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, until bubbling and lightly browned. Let stand a few minutes before sprinkling with the cilantro and cutting into squares to serve to your guests on warm plates

VEGETARIAN MEXICAN LASAGNA



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A vegetarian Tex-Mex lasagna made with corn tortillas and packed with cheese and veggies. Garnish with cilantro, sour cream, and other favorite toppings.

Provided by My Hot Southern Mess

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 19

cooking spray
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup diced sweet onion
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
1 (15.5 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
3 cups shredded pepper Jack cheese, divided
2 cups ricotta cheese
1 egg, beaten
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
18 corn tortillas
1 cup enchilada sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, jalapenos, bell pepper, and garlic; cook and stir until onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low and add salsa, black beans, corn, chili powder, and cumin. Bring to a simmer; let simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Combine 2 cups pepper Jack cheese, ricotta cheese, spinach, egg, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • Place 6 corn tortillas in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Add 1/2 of the vegetable mixture using a slotted spoon, followed by 1/2 of the cheese and spinach mixture. Add a layer of 6 tortillas and follow with remaining vegetables and remaining cheese mixture. Top with remaining tortillas. Spread enchilada sauce across the top and remaining pepper Jack cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly, 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.4 calories, Carbohydrate 40.1 g, Cholesterol 70.2 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 19.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 862.9 mg, Sugar 4 g

CHEESY TORTILLA LASAGNA



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Enjoy the twin flavors of Italy and Mexico in this cheesy tortilla lasagna made with Old El Paso® enchilada sauce - a delicious dinner.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup (3 medium) chopped Italian plum tomatoes
1 cup julienne-cut (2x1/4x1/4-inch) zucchini
1/2 cup finely chopped green onions
1 (15-oz.) can black beans, drained, rinsed
1 (10-oz.) can Old El Paso™ Enchilada Sauce
1 (8-oz.) container southwest-flavor sour cream dip
8 (6-inch) corn tortillas, halved
8 oz. (2 cups) shredded colby-Monterey Jack cheese blend
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. In medium bowl, combine tomatoes, zucchini, onions and beans; mix well. Reserve 1/3 cup enchilada sauce; set aside. In another medium bowl, combine remaining enchilada sauce and sour cream dip; blend well.
  • Spoon 2 tablespoons enchilada sauce mixture in bottom of sprayed baking dish. Arrange 8 tortilla pieces over sauce, overlapping as necessary. Spoon half of vegetable-bean mixture over tortillas; sprinkle with 2/3 cup of the cheese. Spoon half of remaining sauce mixture over cheese. Repeat layers, reserving 2/3 cup cheese for top. Top with reserved 1/3 cup enchilada sauce. Cover with foil.
  • Bake at 375°F. for 30 to 35 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Uncover; sprinkle with reserved 2/3 cup cheese. Bake, uncovered, an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 7 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1040 mg, Sugar 7 g

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

Tips:

  • To save time, you can use store-bought lasagna noodles or tortillas. However, if you have the time, making your own tortillas from scratch is a great way to add a personal touch to your dish.
  • Be sure to use a variety of vegetables in your lasagna. This will add flavor and texture to the dish. Some good options include spinach, zucchini, mushrooms, and bell peppers.
  • If you are using a tomato sauce, be sure to season it well with garlic, onion, and herbs. You can also add a touch of heat with some red pepper flakes.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different cheeses in your lasagna. A combination of mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan is a classic, but you can also try using other types of cheeses, such as ricotta, feta, or goat cheese.
  • When assembling your lasagna, be sure to layer the ingredients evenly. This will help to ensure that each bite is filled with flavor.
  • Bake the lasagna until it is bubbly and golden brown. This usually takes about 30 minutes.

Conclusion:

Vegetarian tortilla lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With its layers of tortillas, vegetables, cheese, and sauce, this lasagna is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

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