Description
Mexican lasagna is a vibrant dish that combines layers of seasoned ground beef, cheese, and zesty salsa wrapped in warm tortillas. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for family dinners and gatherings, delivering a satisfying crunch followed by creamy goodness with every bite. It’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings people together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 6 corn tortillas
- 1 cup low-fat refried beans
- 1 cup salsa (mild or spicy)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 1 bell pepper (chopped)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Add onions and bell peppers, cooking until softened.
- Stir in refried beans and half of the salsa; simmer for about 5 minutes until creamy.
- In a baking dish, layer salsa, tortillas, meat mixture, and cheese. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil for the last 10 minutes to brown the cheese.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 180g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg