
Vegetarian Black Bean Enchilada Casserole 1771703808818 9guc
A layered, hearty Mexican-inspired bake featuring protein-rich black beans, zesty red sauce, and melted cheese.
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
30 min
Servings
6
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Corn tortillas
- 2 cans (15oz) Black beans, drained and rinsed
- 20 oz Red enchilada sauce
- 2 cups Shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup Frozen corn kernels
- 4 oz Diced green chiles(optional)
- 0.5 cup Red onion, finely diced
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 0.5 cup Sour cream for garnish(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- 2
In a medium bowl, mix the black beans, corn, diced green chiles, red onion, and cumin together.
- 3
Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce (about 1/2 cup) over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- 4
Place 4 to 6 tortillas over the sauce, cutting them if necessary to cover the surface.
- 5
Spread half of the bean and corn mixture over the tortillas, followed by 1/3 of the remaining sauce and 1/3 of the cheese.
- 6
Repeat the layers: add another layer of tortillas, the remaining bean mixture, another 1/3 of sauce, and 1/3 of cheese.
- 7
Top with the final layer of tortillas, the remaining sauce, and the remaining cheese.
- 8
Bake for 25-30 minutes until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
- 9
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh cilantro and sour cream before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
345
kcal
Protein
16
g
Carbs
48
g
Fat
11
g
Fiber
12
g
Sugar
5
g
Sodium
890
mg
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