Southwestern Lasagna

Elevate your next dinner with the bold and zesty flavors of Southwestern Lasagna! This fusion twist on a classic comfort food layers tender flour tortillas with a smoky ground beef filling seasoned with chili powder, cumin, and paprika, along with hearty black beans, sweet corn, and vibrant diced tomatoes with green chilies. Smothered in a melty Mexican cheese blend and topped with a dollop of tangy sour cream and fresh cilantro, this dish delivers a satisfying combination of Tex-Mex spices and creamy indulgence. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make crowd-pleaser comes together in just under an hour, bringing a taste of the Southwest straight to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup corn kernels, frozen or canned (drained)
• 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 pieces flour tortillas (8-inch diameter)
• 3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Step 4

Mix in the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies (including juices), and tomato sauce. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Season the mixture with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.

Step 6

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread a thin layer of the beef mixture on the bottom of the dish.

Step 7

Place two tortillas on top of the beef mixture, tearing them as needed to fit and form an even layer.

Step 8

Spread 1/3 of the remaining beef mixture over the tortillas, followed by 1 cup of shredded Mexican cheese. Repeat the layers (tortillas, beef mixture, cheese) two more times, ending with cheese on top.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove the lasagna from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Top with sour cream and sprinkle with fresh cilantro before serving. Enjoy your Southwestern Lasagna!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2768.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5687.4

Total Fat 372.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 171.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1090.4mg	0%
Sodium 10580.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 313.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.7g	0%
Total Sugars 35.7g
Protein 311.9g	0%

Vitamin D 153.8IU	0%
Calcium 5709.0mg	0%
Iron 34.5mg	0%
Potassium 4197.8mg	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: 57.3%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 21.4%