Tomato Free Mexican Lasagna

Gluten Free
Health score
17%
Tomato Free Mexican Lasagna
45 min.
10
369kcal
40.7%sweetness
88.85%saltiness
15.55%sourness
23.39%bitterness
51.52%savoriness
100%fattiness
100%spiciness

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This Mexican lasagna is a fun twist on traditional Italian lasagna. It's a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck. The best part? It's tomato-free, making it a great option for those with tomato allergies or sensitivities. The recipe is also gluten-free, as it uses corn tortillas instead of traditional lasagna noodles. The combination of ground beef, beans, corn, and spices creates a delicious and satisfying meal. The avocado and lettuce add a fresh and creamy touch, while the cheese ties everything together. This lasagna is sure to be a crowd-pleaser and may even become your new go-to comfort food. It's a fun and flavorful dish that will leave you feeling satisfied and happy. The spices add a nice kick, and the layers of tortillas, beef, and cheese create a beautiful and impressive presentation. It's a great dish to make when you're looking for something a little different but still comforting and familiar. Whether you're feeding a crowd or just your family, this Mexican lasagna is sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

  • small corn tortillas 
  • small corn tortillas 
  • pound ground beef lean
  • small onion diced
  • large garlic clove minced
  •  portabello mushrooms minced
  • ounces pepper flakes diced green canned
  • cup black beans washed canned drained
  • cup corn canned drained
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano 
  • 0.5 teaspoon chili powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 1.3 teaspoons cumin 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper fresh black
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.5 cup reduced fat mexican blend cheese shredded
  • cup lettuce shredded
  • 10 servings avocado diced

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a non-stick skillet with non-stick cooking spray and heat on medium.
  2. Add beef, onion and mushrooms and cook until meat is cooked through.
  3. Drain if needed, I bought extra lean beef and there was no grease to drain today.
  4. Add garlic and cook another minute.
  5. Add beans, diced green chilies, corn, oregano, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, pepper and kosher salt.
  6. Mix thoroughly.
  7. Spray a 9 x 13 pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  8. Lay half of corn tortillas on bottom of pan.
  9. Add half of the beef mixture and 1/2 c of cheese.
  10. Layer remaining corn tortillas and top with beef mixture and 3/4 c cheese.
  11. Bake in oven uncovered for 15 minutes.
  12. After cooking sprinkle with diced avocado and lettuce. Slice and serve and add a dollop of sour cream on top of slice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories369kcal
Protein18.1%
Fat45.79%
Carbs36.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.2
Glycemic Load
9.44
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
20.838695652174%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.33mg
Epicatechin
0.37mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.15mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.35mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.54mg

Taste

Sweetness:
40.7%
Saltiness:
88.85%
Sourness:
15.55%
Bitterness:
23.39%
Savoriness:
51.52%
Fattiness:
100%
Spiciness:
100%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:368.89kcal
18.44%
Fat:19.68g
30.28%
Saturated Fat:4.06g
25.37%
Carbohydrates:34.91g
11.64%
Net Carbohydrates:23.77g
8.64%
Sugar:2.34g
2.59%
Cholesterol:31.59mg
10.53%
Sodium:427.24mg
18.58%
Protein:17.51g
35.02%
Fiber:11.15g
44.59%
Phosphorus:350.77mg
35.08%
Vitamin C:28.04mg
33.99%
Vitamin B6:0.64mg
31.91%
Vitamin B3:5.65mg
28.27%
Folate:110.06µg
27.51%
Zinc:4mg
26.66%
Potassium:895.93mg
25.6%
Vitamin K:25.5µg
24.28%
Magnesium:84.17mg
21.04%
Manganese:0.42mg
20.99%
Selenium:13.77µg
19.67%
Vitamin B5:1.9mg
19%
Copper:0.38mg
18.97%
Vitamin B12:1.11µg
18.55%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.51%
Vitamin E:2.48mg
16.56%
Iron:2.95mg
16.37%
Calcium:131.77mg
13.18%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.75%
Vitamin A:359.73IU
7.19%
Source:Foodista