Layered Tortilla Bean Tomato and Cheese Pie Light

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this deliciously satisfying yet guilt-free Layered Tortilla Bean Tomato and Cheese Pie Light. Bursting with vibrant Tex-Mex flavors, this dish features layers of soft whole wheat tortillas, creamy low-fat refried beans, juicy diced tomatoes, and a zesty black bean and sweet corn filling, all topped with just the right amount of reduced-fat cheddar cheese. Seasoned with aromatic spices like cumin and paprika and finished with a hint of lime, this lightened-up recipe is rich in both flavor and wholesome ingredients. Perfectly baked to golden, bubbling perfection in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make pie is a hearty, crowd-pleasing meal that’s ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings. Don’t forget to garnish with fresh cilantro and green onions for a vibrant, refreshing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces large whole wheat tortillas
• 1 cup low-fat refried beans
• 1 cup diced canned tomatoes
• 1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 1 cup cooked black beans
• 1 cup sweet corn kernels
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup sliced green onions
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 0 as needed olive oil cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a round baking dish or a springform pan with olive oil cooking spray.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the black beans, corn, ground cumin, paprika, lime juice, chopped cilantro, and sliced green onions. Stir to combine and set aside.

Step 3

Place one tortilla in the bottom of the baking dish as the base layer.

Step 4

Spread 1/4 cup of the refried beans evenly over the tortilla. Layer with 1/4 cup of diced tomatoes, 1/4 cup of the black bean and corn mixture, and 1/4 cup of shredded cheese.

Step 5

Repeat the layering process with the remaining tortillas, beans, tomatoes, black bean mixture, and cheese until all the ingredients are used, finishing with cheese on the top layer.

Step 6

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top layer of cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 8

Let the pie cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with extra cilantro or green onions, if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy your light and tasty layered tortilla pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1344.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1812.2

Total Fat 51.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 60mg	0%
Sodium 3869.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 281.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 52.3g	0%
Total Sugars 26.0g
Protein 88.2g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1279.9mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 3237.3mg	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: 23.9%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 57.9%