Vegetarian Mexican Breakfast Casserole

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 4

Vegetarian Mexican Breakfast Casserole - A flavorful and healthy breakfast to start your day with

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

15 min

Cook

1 hr

Ready In

1 hr 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

392

Sugar

Fat

26g

Vegetarian Mexican Breakfast Casserole is a delicious and healthy breakfast option that is perfect for the whole family. This savory casserole is made with eggs, vegetables, and tortillas, and is flavored with Pace Picante Sauce and grated cheese. It is hearty and filling, and can be served on its own or with a side of fresh fruit or avocado. This dish is perfect for those busy mornings when you need a quick and easy breakfast that will keep you satisfied until lunch.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
2.	Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and green bell pepper. Saute for a few minutes, until slightly softened.
3.	In a large bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs and sour cream. Add in the sauteed onion and green bell pepper, and stir to combine.
4.	Cut the flour tortillas into small pieces, and add them to the egg mixture. Toss gently to coat.
5.	Spread the Pace Picante Sauce in the bottom of the greased baking dish. Pour the egg mixture over the sauce. Top with grated cheese.
6.	Cover the dish with foil, and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
7.	Remove the foil, and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the top is golden brown.
8.	Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

Vegetarian Mexican Breakfast Casserole is a delicious and filling breakfast option that everyone will love.

It is packed with protein and vegetables, making it a healthy choice to start your day with.

It can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick and easy breakfast on the go.

CONS

This casserole is relatively high in calories and fat, due to the use of sour cream and cheese.

It may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Vegetarian Mexican Breakfast Casserole is a good source of protein and fiber, thanks to the eggs and vegetables.
The bell pepper provides a healthy dose of vitamin C, while the sour cream offers some calcium and vitamin D.
This dish is also low in sugar and suitable for a low-carb diet.

	2 tablespoons olive oil
	1 medium chopped onion
	1 green bell pepper , chopped
	12 eggs , beaten
	1 cup sour cream ( or plain yogurt or Mexican crema )
	12 medium flour tortillas
	12 ounces Pace Picante Sauce
	8 ounces grated cheese