Five-Star Mexican Bean Dip or Casserole

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 1
Five-Star Mexican Bean Dip or Casserole perfect for your next party
in Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

9 ounces tortilla chips
62 ounces pinto beans ( drained and rinsed if using canned , 4 cans )
15 ounces whole kernel corn ( drain if canned )
14 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes ( drain if canned )
8 ounces tomato sauce
1 1/4 ounces taco seasoning
8 ounces cheddar cheese , shredded
lettuce
onion , chopped
sour cream
salsa
jalapeno pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
540
Sugar
6g
Fat
25g
This Five-Star Mexican Bean Dip or Casserole is a classic recipe that is perfect for your next party or gathering. It is a crowd-pleaser and a great way to get your friends and family to eat more vegetables and plant-based protein. The combination of pinto beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning provides a flavorful and satisfying dish that can be served as a dip with tortilla chips or as a casserole with all the toppings. This dish is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a convenient option for busy weeknights or when entertaining guests.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2.Layer half of the tortilla chips in the bottom of a large baking dish.
3.In a large bowl, mix together the pinto beans, corn, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and taco seasoning. Pour half of the mixture over the tortilla chips.
4.Add a layer of shredded cheese and repeat the layers with the remaining chips, bean mixture, and cheese.
5.Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6.Remove from the oven, top with lettuce, chopped onion, sour cream, salsa, and jalapeno peppers, if desired. Serve immediately.

PROS

This Mexican bean dip or casserole is easy to make and perfect for a party or gathering.
It can be prepared ahead of time and heated up when ready to serve.
The combination of flavors is delicious and satisfying.

CONS

Although this dish is loaded with vegetables and beans, it can be high in calories and sodium due to the cheese and tortilla chips.
It is important to enjoy this dish in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is rich in complex carbohydrates, fiber, and plant-based protein from the beans and vegetables. Some of the health benefits of this dish include improved blood sugar control, digestive health, and reduced risk for chronic diseases such as heart disease and certain cancers.

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