Vegan Taco Casserole

Packed with bold flavors and plant-based goodness, this Vegan Taco Casserole is a crowd-pleasing twist on a classic comfort food! Featuring layers of crispy tortilla chips, a savory medley of black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, and bell peppers seasoned with zesty taco spices, this dish is topped with gooey, dairy-free shredded cheese and finished with fresh avocado and cilantro for a pop of color. Ready in just 50 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Serve it with tangy salsa and lime wedges for an irresistible, gluten-free, and customizable meal that’s sure to satisfy taco cravings in casserole form!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 cups Tortilla chips
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 15 ounces Black beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces Diced tomatoes, with juices
• 1 cup Corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning, store-bought or homemade
• 1 tablespoon Nutritional yeast
• 1.5 cups Dairy-free shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
• 1 large Avocado, sliced (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• 0.5 cup Salsa (for serving)
• 2 whole Lime wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic and sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the diced red bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 4

Stir in the black beans, diced tomatoes (with their juices), corn, taco seasoning, and nutritional yeast. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and well combined.

Step 5

Spread 3 cups of tortilla chips evenly at the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.

Step 6

Layer half of the bean and vegetable mixture over the tortilla chips. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of dairy-free shredded cheese over the layer.

Step 7

Add another layer of 3 cups of tortilla chips, followed by the remaining bean and vegetable mixture. Top with the remaining 1 cup of dairy-free shredded cheese.

Step 8

Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the casserole is bubbly.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Garnish with sliced avocado and chopped cilantro. Serve with salsa and lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2219.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3430.0

Total Fat 196.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 46.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4117.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 383.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 72.2g	0%
Total Sugars 46.5g
Protein 71.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1944.1mg	0%
Iron 17.7mg	0%
Potassium 4976.5mg	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: 49.4%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 42.7%