Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mexican Lasagna, where traditional lasagna meets the zest of Mexican cuisine. This easy-to-make dish layers tortillas with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, zesty salsa, and gooey cheese, creating a comforting meal perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings. With each bite bursting with flavor, it’s sure to become a household favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 6 corn or flour tortillas
- 1 can (15 oz) refried beans
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 cup salsa
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Layer refried beans at the bottom of the dish, followed by tortillas. Spoon half of the meat mixture over tortillas and add half of the salsa and one cup of cheese. Repeat layers.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the lasagna (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider adding diced bell peppers between the layers. Substitute ground beef with turkey or use black beans for a vegetarian option. Allow lasagna to rest before serving to help it set.