Vegetarian Tortilla Bake Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Tortilla Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 small onion, chopped; 1 red pepper, chopped; 1 green pepper, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon cumin (or more); 1 teaspoon chili powder (or more); 1 (15 ounce) can chopped tomatoes; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained; 1 (15 ounce) can canned pinto beans, drained; 1 (4 1/2 ounce) can mild green chilies, drained; 1 (12 -16 ounce) jar salsa; 12 wheat flour tortillas (8 to 10-inch); 1 (8 ounce) bag shredded Mexican blend cheese; 1 (8 ounce) bag shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese; nonstick cooking spray; Finishing Touches; light sour cream (optional); fresh cilantro (optional)

Servings: persons

1 small onion, chopped
1 red pepper, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1/2 teaspoon cumin (or more)
1 teaspoon chili powder (or more)
1 (15 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can canned pinto beans, drained
1 (4 1/2 ounce) can mild green chilies, drained
1 (12 -16 ounce) jar salsa
12 wheat flour tortillas (8 to 10-inch)
1 (8 ounce) bag shredded Mexican blend cheese
1 (8 ounce) bag shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
nonstick cooking spray
Finishing Touches
light sour cream (optional)
fresh cilantro (optional)

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["Preheat oven to 350 degrees.", "Spray a large skillet with nonstick spray; saute onions and peppers over medium-high heat.", "When the vegetables are tender, add the cumin, chili powder and the can of chopped tomatoes; simmer in the skillet for 5-10 minutes.", "In a large bowl, mix together black beans, pinto beans and chiles; mix in jar of salsa.", "Spray the bottom a 9""x13"" baking dishes with cooking spray.", "Place two tortillas on the bottom of the dish. Spread one-third of the vegetable mixture onto the tortillas, then one-third of the bean mixture; then sprinkle one-third of the cheese on top. Repeat layering two more times, finishing with the cheese.", "Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes.", "Remove from oven and let stand five minutes before cutting and serving.", "Serve with fresh cilantro and a dollop of light sour cream, if desired."]

1386

kcal

Calories

Fat

246

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 small onion, chopped, 1 red pepper, chopped, 1 green pepper, chopped, 1/2 teaspoon cumin (or more), and more.

Yes, Vegetarian Tortilla Bake falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Vegetarian Tortilla Bake

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