Pinto Beans Casserole

Dive into the heart of comfort food with this vibrant and hearty Pinto Beans Casserole, a crowd-pleasing dish that’s as nutritious as it is flavorful! Packed with protein-rich pinto beans, colorful bell peppers, sweet corn kernels, and aromatic spices like cumin and chili powder, this casserole delivers a bold southwestern flair. Topped with melty cheddar cheese and optionally garnished with fresh cilantro, it bakes to golden perfection in just 20 minutes. Perfect as a standalone vegetarian main dish or served over rice for a complete meal, this easy-to-make recipe is a weeknight favorite that’s ready in under an hour. Whether you’re feeding a family or meal-prepping, this casserole offers wholesome ingredients, vibrant flavors, and a satisfying texture in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 medium, diced Green bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced Red bell pepper
• 3 cups (drained and rinsed) Canned pinto beans
• 1 14.5-ounce can, including juices Canned diced tomatoes
• 1.5 cups (frozen or fresh) Corn kernels
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, optional) Fresh cilantro
• 2 cups (for serving, optional) Cooked white or brown rice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Stir in the pinto beans, diced tomatoes (with juices), and corn kernels. Add the cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine and cook for 5 minutes to blend flavors.

Step 5

Transfer the bean and vegetable mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the mixture.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro. Serve as-is or over cooked white or brown rice for a more filling meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2444.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2698.7

Total Fat 122.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g
Cholesterol 250.4mg	0%
Sodium 6094.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 311.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.2g	0%
Total Sugars 43.8g
Protein 116.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2102.8mg	0%
Iron 23.1mg	0%
Potassium 4654.2mg	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: 39.0%

Protein: 16.6%

Carbs: 44.3%