Dairy-Free Taco Casserole

This Dairy-Free Taco Casserole is a bold and flavorful one-dish masterpiece that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Packed with hearty layers of seasoned ground beef or plant-based meat, black beans, juicy tomatoes, sweet corn, and a crunchy base of gluten-free tortilla chips, this casserole is both comforting and allergen-friendly. Topped with melty dairy-free cheddar cheese and bright garnishes like green onions and cilantro, it delivers all the zest of your favorite tacos without any dairy. Ready in just 40 minutes and customizable with a dollop of dairy-free sour cream, this easy recipe is a satisfying and crowd-pleasing addition to your dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef or plant-based ground meat
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning (dairy-free)
• 1 can (15 ounces) Canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) Canned diced tomatoes, with juices
• 1 cup Frozen corn kernels
• 1 cup Dairy-free shredded cheddar cheese alternative
• 2 cups Gluten-free tortilla chips, crushed
• 2 tablespoons Green onion, thinly sliced (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 0 (as needed) Dairy-free sour cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the ground beef or plant-based ground meat to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 4

Stir in the taco seasoning, canned black beans, canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), and frozen corn. Simmer for 4-5 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.

Step 5

Spread half of the crushed tortilla chips evenly on the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Layer half of the meat mixture on top of the chips.

Step 6

Sprinkle half of the dairy-free shredded cheddar cheese over the meat mixture. Repeat the layers with the remaining tortilla chips, meat mixture, and cheese.

Step 7

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with sliced green onions and chopped cilantro, if using.

Step 9

Serve warm with optional dairy-free sour cream on the side, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2018.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3411.1

Total Fat 189.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 4378.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 330.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 59.7g	0%
Total Sugars 31.7g
Protein 127.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 545.3mg	0%
Iron 24.5mg	0%
Potassium 4054.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.2%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 37.4%