Mexican Lasagna (gluten-free and vegetarian) Recipe

Name: Mexican Lasagna (gluten-free and vegetarian) Recipe Kreativekitchen
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Onion; 1 Jalapeno (or your other favorite pepper); 1 Green Pepper; 1 Tablespoon oil; 1/2 Cup fresh or frozen corn; 1 Tablespoon Ground Cumin; 9 6-inch Corn Tortillas; 1/2 Cup Salsa; 1 Tomato, sliced; 1 16 oz can refried beans (I cook my own beans, then puree them with a bit of salt in the food processor, much healthier); 8 oz shredded cheese (your preference); Cilantro for Garnish

Servings: persons

1 Onion
1 Jalapeno (or your other favorite pepper)
1 Green Pepper
1 Tablespoon oil
1/2 Cup fresh or frozen corn
1 Tablespoon Ground Cumin
9 6-inch Corn Tortillas
1/2 Cup Salsa
1 Tomato, sliced
1 16 oz can refried beans (I cook my own beans, then puree them with a bit of salt in the food processor, much healthier)
8 oz shredded cheese (your preference)
Cilantro for Garnish

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Slice onion, jalapeno and green pepper.
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Saute in oil in large saucepan over medium heat until softened but still slightly crisp, 5-7 minutes.
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Add corn and heat through.
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Season with ground cumin and a pinch of salt.
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Remove from heat.
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Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
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Using 8x10 pan, cut 3 tortillas to cover bottom of pan.
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Spray pan with non-stick cooking spray.
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In small bowl, combine salsa and refried beans.
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Spread beans over tortillas and top with half of the cheese.
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Top with another layer of tortillas and green bean/onion mixture.
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Top with final layer of tortillas, and thinly sliced tomatoes.
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Cover with remaining cheese.
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Bake, covered with aluminum foil for 20 minutes.
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Uncover and continue baking another 10-15 minutes until top is golden brown.
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Serve topped with cilantro.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Onion, 1 Jalapeno (or your other favorite pepper), 1 Green Pepper, 1 Tablespoon oil, and more.

Yes, Mexican Lasagna (gluten-free and vegetarian) Recipe Kreativekitchen 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!

Mexican Lasagna (gluten-free and vegetarian) Recipe Kreativekitchen

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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