Description
A quick, messy, and delicious weeknight dinner that requires zero rolling. This layered casserole combines black beans, corn, salsa, and cheese for a kid-approved meal ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 oz) yellow corn, drained (or 1 cup frozen)
- 8–10 medium flour tortillas
- 2 cups red salsa
- 1 cup green enchilada sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Optional: 1 cup diced bell peppers, jalapeños, or cooked rice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Drain and rinse black beans and corn. Mince garlic and chop cilantro.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine drained black beans, corn, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, and a pinch of salt. Toss to coat evenly.
- Spread about half of the salsa on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Tear 4-5 tortillas into rough chunks and scatter them over the salsa.
- Spread half of the bean mixture over the tortillas, then sprinkle with half of the cheese.
- Repeat layers: tear remaining tortillas, add rest of bean mixture, pour remaining salsa over top, and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow layers to set.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
Do not skip the resting time; the casserole needs 5 minutes to set so it holds together when served. For a gluten-free version, use corn tortillas. For dairy-free, use dairy-free cheese shreds. Fresh lime juice is recommended to brighten the flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 680
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 42
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 14
Keywords: vegetarian, black bean, enchilada casserole, weeknight dinner, quick meals, family friendly, one dish, gluten-free option