Fiesta Lasagne Recipe

Name: Fiesta Lasagne
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 9 each lasagna noodles uncooked; 8 ounces green chili peppers canned diced; 2 cups cottage cheese (low-fat 1%); 1/2 teaspoon cumin ground; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 18 ounces tomato sauce; 12 ounces ground beef browned and drained; 8 ounces picante sauce; 1 cup corn thawed; 1 bunch scallions, spring or green onions sliced; 2 cup cheddar cheese grated, sharp, low fat, 1/2 cup reserved for the top; 1 cup sour cream, non-fat reserved for the top; ⅓ cup green olives

Servings: persons

9 each lasagna noodles uncooked
8 ounces green chili peppers canned diced
2 cups cottage cheese (low-fat 1%)
1/2 teaspoon cumin ground
1 teaspoon chili powder
18 ounces tomato sauce
12 ounces ground beef browned and drained
8 ounces picante sauce
1 cup corn thawed
1 bunch scallions, spring or green onions sliced
2 cup cheddar cheese grated, sharp, low fat, 1/2 cup reserved for the top
1 cup sour cream, non-fat reserved for the top
⅓ cup green olives

1
Prepare lasagne according to package directions drain.
2
Stir the diced chilies into the cottage cheese.
3
Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
4
In a medium bowl, mix cumin, chili powder, tomato sauce and picante sauce.
5
Spread 1/2 to 1 cup of the tomato sauce mixture over the bottom of a 9 x 13 x 2-inch baking dish.
6
Place three pieces of lasagne on top of sauce.
7
Spread half of the cottage cheese on the lasagne and sprinkle half each of the ground beef, corn, scallions and cheddar cheese.
8
Repeat layering, beginning with sauce.
9
Place a layer of lasagne on top.
10
Pour remaining sauce over lasagne.
11
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
12
Uncover, top with sour cream, Cheddar cheese and olives.
13
Re-cover and continue baking for 15 minutes.
14
Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

1725

kcal

Calories

Fat

193

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 9 each lasagna noodles uncooked, 8 ounces green chili peppers canned diced, 2 cups cottage cheese (low-fat 1%), 1/2 teaspoon cumin ground, and more.

Yes, Fiesta Lasagne falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fiesta Lasagne

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Variations & substitutions

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