Best 7 Tex Mex Green Bean Casserole Recipes

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Craving a hearty, flavorful, and comforting dish that combines the zesty flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine with the classic comfort of a green bean casserole? Look no further! Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the world of Tex Mex green bean casserole, a delectable fusion dish that tantalizes taste buds with its unique blend of Mexican spices, creamy sauce, and tender green beans. From choosing the perfect ingredients to mastering the cooking techniques, this guide will equip you with all the knowledge and inspiration you need to create an unforgettable Tex Mex green bean casserole that will be the star of your dinner table.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

TEX-MEX CASSEROLE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 4h45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 15-ounce cans refried pinto beans
2 cups frozen corn (preferably fire-roasted)
2 poblano chile peppers, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for topping
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
1 16-ounce jar salsa
1 10-ounce can diced tomatoes and green chiles
1 10-ounce can diced tomatoes and green chiles
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (about 8 ounces)
2 cups shredded muenster cheese (about 8 ounces)
18 to 20 corn tostada shells
2 avocados, sliced
Sour cream and pickled jalapenos, for topping (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine the refried beans, frozen corn, poblanos, 1/4 cup cilantro, the cumin and chile powder in a medium bowl. Combine the salsa, tomatoes and the remaining 1/4 cup cilantro in a separate medium bowl. Toss the cheddar and muenster cheese in a third bowl; set aside.
  • Spread about 1/2 cup of the salsa mixture in a thin layer in a 6-quart slow cooker. Top with about 6 tostada shells, breaking them as needed to cover the bottom. Spread half of the bean mixture over the tostada shells, then sprinkle with 1 1/2 cups of the cheese mixture and 1 cup of the salsa mixture. Repeat the layers (tostada shells, bean mixture, cheese, salsa mixture), then top with the remaining tostadas, cheese and salsa.
  • Cover and cook on low, 4 hours. Uncover and let rest 15 minutes. Serve with the sliced avocados, sour cream, cilantro and pickled jalapenos.

TEX-MEX GREEN BEAN SALAD



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This salad is a family favorite at cookouts. It's especially good with barbecued beef, which is so popular here in Texas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound fresh green beans
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons sliced green onions
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Lettuce leaves
Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Place the beans and salt in a saucepan; add a small amount of water. Cover and cook for 6-7 minutes or until crisp-tender. Rinse in cold water; drain. , In a bowl, combine the oil, lemon juice, onions, pepper and cumin. Add beans and toss to coat. Serve on a bed of lettuce. Sprinkle with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 360mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TEX-MEX PANTRY CASSEROLE



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This casserole uses basic pantry staples for a quick weeknight meal. Garnish with sour cream and sliced avocado.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ pound ground beef
1 tablespoon butter
½ cup diced onion
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup chicken broth
½ (15.25 ounce) can corn, drained
½ (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
½ (5.6 ounce) package Spanish rice mix (such as Knorr®)
¼ cup salsa
cooking spray
½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef until browned and crumbly, about 6 minutes. Drain off any grease.
  • Add butter and onion to the skillet. Saute until onion is softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle in taco seasoning and pour in tomato sauce. Stir to combine. Add broth, corn, black beans, Spanish rice mix, and salsa; mix well.
  • Spray a casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray. Pour the beef mixture into the casserole dish. Top with Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and filling is bubbling, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 calories, Carbohydrate 43.4 g, Cholesterol 58.7 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 20.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 1776.3 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

TEX-MEX BEAN BAKE WITH CORNBREAD TOPPING



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I frequently cooked this dish when I was on the cross-country team in college. We loved this veggie-packed bake so much I would have to make two! For a meaty version, substitute shredded chicken for half of the potato. -Samantha Westveer, Kentwood, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large sweet potato, peeled and finely chopped
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 small green pepper, coarsely chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, coarsely chopped
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup frozen corn
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup vegetable broth
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
TOPPING:
1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix
1 large egg
1/3 cup low-fat milk
1/3 cup solid-pack pumpkin

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add sweet potato, onion and peppers; cook and stir 5-7 minutes or until potato is cooked halfway through., Stir in beans, corn, chiles, salt and cumin; heat through. Stir in broth and cream cheese until blended. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In a large bowl, combine cornbread mix, egg, milk and pumpkin. Spoon over bean mixture. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the topping portion comes out clean. To Make Ahead: Can be made a day in advance. Prepare as directed, omitting topping. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Prepare topping and bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 645mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

GREEN BEAN TEX-MEX CASSEROLE



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I got the idea from Charlie Gibson's casserole but with green beans as the main ingredient. I just threw in what I had in the pantry at the time. I approximated the quantity of the ingredients , you can always add or subtract to suit your taste. My recipe looks sketchy but that's how I cook day to day.

Provided by Homemaker Newbie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 27m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups frozen green beans (or fresh)
1/2 cup salsa
1/2 cup tortilla chips
1/2 cup cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F.
  • Thaw green beans if frozen.
  • Place in casserole dish.
  • Add salsa.
  • Top with crumbled tortilla chips and shredded cheese.
  • Place in oven for 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 14.8, Sodium 291.1, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 2.3, Protein 5.5

EASY TEX MEX CASSEROLE



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This Easy Tex Mex Casserole has turned into a favorite meal. Flavorful ground beef topped with corn bread makes an easy casserole even the kids will love!

Provided by Janelle

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup salsa (I used a corn and black bean salsa - hence the black beans in the photos)
1 (15.25 ounce) can corn, drained
1 (8 ounce) corn bread mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400*F
  • In a skillet cook ground beef, onion, bell pepper, cumin & salt until ground beef is cooked through and onions are translucent.
  • Add salsa & corn to ground beef mixture and cook for additional 10 minutes.
  • Pour mixture into a 9x9 casserole dish.
  • Prepare muffin mix according to package directions and spread on top of ground beef mixture.
  • Bake for 20 - 25 minutes or until corn bread is cooked through and golden on top.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Carbohydrate 12 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 67 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 14 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 578 grams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar, TransFat 1 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams unsaturated fat

TEX-MEX CASSEROLE



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A wonderful answer to the family desire for slightly spicy food! Easy and quick to fix with ingredients you probably have on hand!

Provided by mostrah

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 cups crushed tortilla chips
1 lb shredded/cubed cooked chicken
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans
1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup prepared salsa
1 cup chopped onion
1 green bell pepper, chopped small
1 teaspoon garlic, from a jar or 2 cloves garlic, chopped
salt and black pepper
12 ounces shredded monterey jack cheese or 12 ounces cheddar cheese (or combination of the two)
chopped tomato
shredded lettuce
sour cream
salsa

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Grease a 13x9 baking dish Scatter crushed chips on the bottom of the prepared pan Combine the chicken, beans, corn, tomato sauce, salsa, onion, pepper, garlic, salt/pepper in a bowl.
  • Place half the mixture on the crushed chips Cover with half the cheese Cover with the remaining chicken mixture and sprinkle with the remaining cheese Bake for 30-40 minutes.
  • Let stand for 3-5 minutes before serving.
  • Cut into 8 servings.
  • Recipe can be successfully reduced in half and baked in an 8x8 baking dish.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, crisp green beans for the best flavor and texture.
  • Trim the green beans by removing the ends and any tough strings.
  • Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process and preserve their bright green color.
  • Use a creamy soup base, such as cream of mushroom or cream of chicken, to create a rich and flavorful casserole.
  • Add some shredded cheese, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Parmesan, to the casserole for a cheesy, gooey topping.
  • Top the casserole with crispy fried onions or crushed tortilla chips for added texture and flavor.
  • If you're short on time, you can use canned green beans instead of fresh beans.
  • Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors to create your own unique Tex-Mex green bean casserole.

Conclusion:

Tex-Mex green bean casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover green beans, and it can be easily customized to your liking. Top it off with your favorite toppings, and enjoy!

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