Best 3 Vegetarian Mexican Lasagna Recipes

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For those in search of a meatless yet flavorful main course, vegetarian Mexican lasagna is an exquisite fusion of classic Italian cuisine with vibrant Mexican flavors. This delightful dish is a multi-layered masterpiece, featuring savory fillings nestled between layers of tender lasagna noodles. Whether you're a seasoned vegetarian or simply seeking a new culinary adventure, this article will guide you through the process of crafting a mouthwatering vegetarian Mexican lasagna, complete with tips for selecting the freshest ingredients and assembling the dish to perfection.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

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 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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This is from "Vegetarian Times: Low-Fat and Fast" (highly recommended). I've made it quite a few times now, and it's a nice bit of comfort food that doesn't require meat, doesn't add on the pounds, and uses up stuff left in the fridge. I like to serve it with lime cilantro rice and salad. For a tight schedule, assemble ahead of time and refrigerate and then pop it in the oven.

Provided by EmJoMay

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 36m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium green bell pepper, coarsely chopped (about 1 1/4 cups)
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1 -2 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 dash cayenne pepper (or more, if preferred)
15 1/2 ounces pinto beans or 15 1/2 ounces kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup corn kernel (frozen, fresh, or canned)
1 cup tomato sauce
nonstick cooking spray
8 small corn tortillas
1 1/4 cups nonfat cottage cheese or 1 1/4 cups low fat cottage cheese
1/2-1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (it calls for cheddar, but I like the fiesta blend)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and cook, stirring, until tender (about 5 minutes).
  • Stir in the spices and cook one more minute.
  • Stir in beans, corn, and tomato sauce. Remove from heat.
  • Spray 2-quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Spread 4 tortillas over the bottom of the dish. Spoon half the bean mixture over tortillas and spread evenly. Spoon half the cottage cheese over the bean mixture and spread evenly. Evenly sprinkle half the shredded cheese over the cottage cheese. Repeat layers using the remaining tortillas, beans, cottage cheese, and shredded cheese.
  • Bake until heated through and cheese is bubbly, about 20 minutes (or a bit more if prepared and refrigerated ahead of time).

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-made lasagna noodles or wonton wrappers.
  • For a heartier lasagna, add cooked ground beef or turkey to the filling.
  • If you don't have enchilada sauce, you can substitute tomato sauce or salsa.
  • To make the lasagna more cheesy, add a layer of shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese between the layers.
  • For a crispy crust, brush the top of the lasagna with olive oil before baking.
  • Let the lasagna cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Vegetarian Mexican lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a party. With its layers of flavorful fillings and crispy crust, this lasagna is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a vegetarian dish that is both hearty and satisfying, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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