Best 5 Easy Vegetarian Mexican Lasagna Recipes

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Are you seeking a delectable vegetarian Mexican lasagna recipe that tantalizes your taste buds and impresses your dinner guests? Look no further! This culinary journey will lead you through the vibrant flavors of Mexico, combining the richness of traditional lasagna with the zesty flair of Mexican ingredients. Get ready to embark on a delightful adventure where layers of soft tortillas, savory fillings, and a symphony of spices come together to create a masterpiece that will delight vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. Prepare to indulge in a fiesta of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

EASY VEGETARIAN MEXICAN LASAGNA



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Make and share this Easy Vegetarian Mexican Lasagna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Miss_Elaine

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

cooking spray
1 cup sour cream (regular or low-fat)
1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese, divided (regular or low-fat)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided (regular or low-fat)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 cup black beans
1/2 cup textured vegetable protein
1 cup frozen corn
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves (2 tsp dried)
1 teaspoon taco seasoning
8 (6 inch) corn tortillas, cut into 6 wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Coat an 11 by 7-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine tomatos, TVP, beans, spinach, corn, sour cream, 3/4 cup of the Monterey Jack cheese, 3/4 cup of the Cheddar, cilantro, and taco seasoning. Mix well and set aside.
  • Arrange half of the tortilla pieces in the bottom of prepared pan, overlapping pieces slightly to cover the surface. Top with half of the bean mixture and smooth over with the back of a spoon to even the top. Layer remaining tortillas over top, and spoon over remaining bean mixture. Top with remaining 1/4 cup each of Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses.
  • Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 30 more minutes, until top is golden and bubbly. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
  • To reheat, bake in a preheated 375 degree F oven for 15 minutes.

VEGETARIAN MEXICAN LASAGNA



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A vegetarian Tex-Mex lasagna made with corn tortillas and packed with cheese and veggies. Garnish with cilantro, sour cream, and other favorite toppings.

Provided by My Hot Southern Mess

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 19

cooking spray
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup diced sweet onion
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
1 (15.5 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
3 cups shredded pepper Jack cheese, divided
2 cups ricotta cheese
1 egg, beaten
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
18 corn tortillas
1 cup enchilada sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, jalapenos, bell pepper, and garlic; cook and stir until onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low and add salsa, black beans, corn, chili powder, and cumin. Bring to a simmer; let simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Combine 2 cups pepper Jack cheese, ricotta cheese, spinach, egg, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • Place 6 corn tortillas in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Add 1/2 of the vegetable mixture using a slotted spoon, followed by 1/2 of the cheese and spinach mixture. Add a layer of 6 tortillas and follow with remaining vegetables and remaining cheese mixture. Top with remaining tortillas. Spread enchilada sauce across the top and remaining pepper Jack cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly, 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.4 calories, Carbohydrate 40.1 g, Cholesterol 70.2 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 19.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 862.9 mg, Sugar 4 g

EASY VEGETARIAN LASAGNA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h50m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 to 2 large shallots, thinly sliced (about 3/4 cup)
10 ounces fresh mushrooms, such as shiitakes or buttons, chopped (about 3 cups)
1 pound frozen kale or spinach, thawed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 9-ounce box no-boil lasagna noodles, broken into 2-to-3-inch pieces
2 cups heavy cream
4 cups part-skim ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup shredded mozzarella
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Melt the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid and soften, about 5 minutes. Add the kale and cook until warmed through, about 5 minutes. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a pinch of pepper and set aside.
  • 2. Combine the lasagna noodle pieces with 1 cup water in a large bowl and stir with a rubber spatula. Add the heavy cream and stir until the pieces are evenly coated. Stir in the ricotta cheese, Parmesan, nutmeg, red pepper flakes and 1 teaspoon salt. Add the kale mixture and stir to combine. Pour the mixture into a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and top with the shredded mozzarella
  • 3. Cover the dish with nonstick foil and bake for 35 minutes. Remove the foil and cook until the lasagna is bubbly and slightly browned on top, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool for 30 minutes and serve.

QUICK & EASY VEGETARIAN LASAGNA



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This recipe substitutes ricotta cheese with tofu. Don't tell anyone, and they'll never know the difference! You can also add some meat-substitute (my favorite is Quorn grounds) to make what seems to be a meaty lasagna... and only you will know there's no meat in it!

Provided by MarissaB

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb soft tofu
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 eggs
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
39 ounces tomato and basil pasta sauce
8 ounces no-boil lasagna noodles
3 cups fresh Baby Spinach
2 cups low fat mozzarella

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F.
  • Combine tofu, Parmesan, eggs, garlic, herbs, salt and pepper in a medium bowl.
  • Lightly coat a 13x9-inch baking dish with vegetable cooking spray. Spread about 1 cup of tomato sauce at the bottom of the pan. Arrange one layer of noodles on top.
  • Spread with half the tofu mixture; top with half of the spinach, a third of the remaining sauce, and a third of the mozzarella. Repeat layers, ending with noodles, sauce, and mozzarella.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake 30-35 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 52, Sodium 199.6, Carbohydrate 2.2, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.6, Protein 8.1

MEATLESS MEXICAN LASAGNA



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Assemble this fun twist on lasagna for dinner, and your family will ask for it again and again. Instead of lasagna noodles, corn tortillas are layered between Mexican-style cheese and a southwestern-style corn filling. -Jean Ecos, Hartland, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups frozen corn, thawed
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, undrained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
3 green onions, sliced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons ground cumin
4 corn tortillas (6 inches)
1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
6 tablespoons plain yogurt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Place two tortillas in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Spread with half of the corn mixture; sprinkle with half of the cheese. Repeat layers. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. Let stand for 5 minutes. Garnish each serving with a dollop of yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 781mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • To save time, use no-boil lasagna noodles and pre-made enchilada sauce.
  • For a richer flavor, use a combination of cheeses, such as mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan.
  • Add other vegetables to the lasagna, such as zucchini, bell peppers, or corn.
  • If you don't have a blender, you can mash the beans with a fork or potato masher.
  • To make the lasagna ahead of time, assemble it and then refrigerate it overnight. Bake it the next day.

Conclusion:

This vegetarian Mexican lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with flavor and is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a new vegetarian recipe to try, give this lasagna a try!

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