California (Mexican) Tortilla Casserole

California Tortilla Casserole is a fusion dish that combines Mexican flavors with California cuisine, resulting in a delicious and hearty meal.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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California (Mexican) Tortilla Casserole

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: California, Mexican Courses: Dinner, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2100

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 tortilla Corn tortillas
• 1 can Black beans
• 1 can Canned diced tomatoes
• 1 medium Bell pepper
• 1 small Red onion
• 1 cup Frozen corn
• 1 cup Shredded cheese
• 2 tablespoon Cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 6 tablespoon Sour cream
• 1 sliced Avocado

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, sauté the bell pepper and red onion until softened.
3. Add the black beans, diced tomatoes, frozen corn, ground cumin, chili powder, and salt. Cook for 5 minutes.
4. In a greased baking dish, layer corn tortillas, followed by the bean and vegetable mixture. Repeat until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of tortillas.
5. Top with shredded cheese and cilantro.
6. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.
8. Serve with sour cream and sliced avocado on top.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.