Description
Discover the best taco lasagna recipe that combines the bold flavors of traditional tacos with the comforting layers of lasagna. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this flavorful fusion is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups taco sauce
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 9–12 tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Sour cream and salsa for serving
Instructions
- Sauté the chopped onions and diced bell peppers in a large skillet over medium heat until soft and fragrant.
- Add the ground beef or turkey to the skillet and cook until browned. Stir in taco seasoning, taco sauce, and black beans. Let simmer for 5-10 minutes.
- In a baking dish, layer tortillas, meat mixture, and shredded cheese. Repeat layers finishing with cheese on top.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cover the lasagna with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Store leftover lasagna in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or freeze portions for up to 3 months.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute ground meat with plant-based meat or add more vegetables.
- Add jalapeños for extra spice or mix different cheeses for customized flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg