Taco Casserole

Vegetarian
Health score
7%
Taco Casserole
45 min.
7
423kcal

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Taco Casserole: A Vegetarian Delight

Are you a fan of the classic taco flavors but looking for a vegetarian twist that's both hearty and delicious? Look no further! This Taco Casserole is the perfect solution, offering a delightful blend of textures and flavors that will satisfy your cravings in just 45 minutes. Ideal as a side dish, lunch, main course, or main dish, this recipe is versatile and sure to be a hit at any meal.

With a caloric breakdown of 423 kcal per serving, this casserole strikes a balance between indulgence and moderation. It's packed with 13.54% protein, 38.23% fat, and 48.23% carbs, making it a well-rounded meal that will keep you fueled up.

The best part? It's incredibly easy to make. All you need is a frying pan, an oven, and a baking pan – tools most of us already have in our kitchens. So, why not give your taste buds a treat with this delectable Taco Casserole? Let's get cooking!

Ingredients

  • cups farfalle pasta uncooked
  • 14 ounces tomatoes diced undrained canned
  • cups tortilla chips crushed
  • 0.3 cup onion chopped
  • 16 ounces salsa 
  • ounces cheddar cheese shredded
  • envelope taco seasoning 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
  2. Add the cheese, salsa, tomatoes and taco seasoning.
  3. Drain pasta; stir into beef mixture.
  4. Transfer to a greased 11-in. x 7-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with tortilla chips.
  5. Bake 10 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts

Calories423kcal
Protein13.54%
Fat38.23%
Carbs48.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.71
Glycemic Load
8.05
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
14.635652075643%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.29mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:422.79kcal
21.14%
Fat:18.41g
28.32%
Saturated Fat:7.24g
45.26%
Carbohydrates:52.25g
17.42%
Net Carbohydrates:46.88g
17.05%
Sugar:6.05g
6.72%
Cholesterol:32.4mg
10.8%
Sodium:1231mg
53.52%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.67g
29.35%
Selenium:27.53µg
39.34%
Calcium:306.33mg
30.63%
Phosphorus:304.08mg
30.41%
Vitamin A:1172.17IU
23.44%
Fiber:5.37g
21.47%
Manganese:0.36mg
18.16%
Vitamin E:2.61mg
17.39%
Magnesium:66.5mg
16.63%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
15.08%
Zinc:2.22mg
14.83%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.81%
Potassium:424.21mg
12.12%
Vitamin K:12.06µg
11.48%
Iron:2.06mg
11.43%
Vitamin C:9.18mg
11.12%
Copper:0.2mg
10.02%
Vitamin B3:1.87mg
9.33%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.62%
Vitamin B5:0.84mg
8.39%
Folate:23.59µg
5.9%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.72%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.3%