Mexican Fiesta Casserole

Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Mexican Fiesta Casserole
45 min.
8
235kcal

Suggestions


Get ready to spice up your dinner table with this delightful Mexican Fiesta Casserole! Perfectly crafted for those who crave bold flavors while keeping it gluten-free, this dish is a fantastic option for family gatherings or casual weeknight meals. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up a hearty meal that serves eight, making it ideal for feeding a crowd or enjoying leftovers for lunch the next day.

This casserole is a vibrant medley of lean ground turkey, black beans, and sweet corn, all layered between soft corn tortillas and topped with a gooey blend of reduced-fat Mexican cheese. The addition of zucchini not only enhances the nutritional value but also adds a subtle sweetness that even the pickiest eaters will love. Plus, it’s a great way to sneak in some greens for the kids!

As it bakes, the aroma of spices and melted cheese fills your kitchen, promising a satisfying meal that’s both comforting and nutritious. Serve it with a dollop of fat-free sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh scallions for an extra burst of flavor. Whether you’re looking for a side dish, a main course, or a delicious lunch option, this Mexican Fiesta Casserole is sure to become a family favorite. Dive into this fiesta of flavors and enjoy a taste of Mexico right at home!

Ingredients

  • cup black beans canned rinsed drained
  • teaspoons canola oil 
  • 0.7 cup corn kernels frozen
  • 6-inch corn tortillas ()
  • 0.5 pound pd of ground turkey lean
  • 1.5 cups reduced fat mexican blend cheese shredded reduced-fat
  • cup onion finely chopped
  • cups salsa jarred
  • 0.3 cup spring onion light white green sliced ( and parts only)
  • 0.5 cup cream fat-free sour low-fat for serving (or use ; optional)
  • 1.3 ounces taco seasoning low-sodium
  • cup zucchini finely chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9 by 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the turkey and cook until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the onions and zucchini and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the taco seasoning, 2/3 cup water, and the corn. Simmer until thickened, about 2 minutes, then stir in the black beans.
  4. Spread 1/2 cup of the salsa in the bottom of the baking dish.
  5. Lay 4 tortillas over the salsa, and spoon half of the meat mixture on top. Cover with 3/4 cup of the salsa and 1 cup of the shredded cheese. Top with 4 more tortillas and the remaining 3/4 cup salsa. Scatter the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese over the top.
  6. Bake the casserole until the cheese is melted and bubbling, about 25 minutes. Slice and serve, topped with scallions and sour cream.
  7. Go Green
  8. This is one of those dishes where you can sneak in your greens, making it great for kids. The zucchini in this casserole takes on all the great Mexican flavors so kids won't even know they're eating something that's good for them. I like to experiment with other vegetables too. Yellow squash, peas, and cut green beans are equally tasty in place of zucchini.
  9. Nutritional count does not include sour cream for serving.
  10. Other
  11. Reprinted with permission from From Mama's Table to Mine by Bobby Deen, © 2013 by Bobby Deen Enterprises, LLCBorn in Georgia BOBBY DEEN is the son of famous Food Network host and bestselling cookbook author Paula Deen, as well as the host of his own show, the Cooking Channel's Not My Mama's Meals. Bobby, along with his brother, Jamie, got his start in the food business in 1989 delivering sandwiches as part of his mother's business, The Bag Lady. The three Deens then joined forces to open a restaurant, The lady & Sons, in Savannah. Bobby is a regular guest on Today, Good Morning America, Rachel Ray, and The Dr. Oz Show. He is a frequent guest on many Food Network Shows, including Paula's Home Cooking.Writer MELISSA CLARK's work appears in The New York Times, Food & Wine, Martha Stewart, and Real Simple. She has also collaborated on more than twenty cookbooks, one of which received both a James Beard Award and the Julia Child Cookbook Award in 2000.

Nutrition Facts

Calories235kcal
Protein27.27%
Fat24.81%
Carbs47.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.56
Glycemic Load
5.54
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
14.194347873978%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
4.5mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:234.66kcal
11.73%
Fat:6.8g
10.46%
Saturated Fat:2.85g
17.82%
Carbohydrates:29.52g
9.84%
Net Carbohydrates:23.55g
8.56%
Sugar:5.63g
6.25%
Cholesterol:29.91mg
9.97%
Sodium:1106.28mg
48.1%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.81g
33.61%
Phosphorus:345.23mg
34.52%
Calcium:316.84mg
31.68%
Vitamin B6:0.5mg
25.14%
Fiber:5.97g
23.9%
Vitamin B3:4.27mg
21.36%
Vitamin A:964.43IU
19.29%
Selenium:12.96µg
18.52%
Magnesium:60.2mg
15.05%
Zinc:2.2mg
14.67%
Potassium:500.3mg
14.29%
Manganese:0.28mg
14.19%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.5%
Vitamin C:8.87mg
10.75%
Vitamin K:10.99µg
10.47%
Folate:39.64µg
9.91%
Iron:1.73mg
9.6%
Vitamin B12:0.54µg
8.94%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.66%
Copper:0.17mg
8.49%
Vitamin E:1.15mg
7.66%
Vitamin B5:0.56mg
5.56%
Vitamin D:0.2µg
1.32%
Source:Epicurious