When Dinner at 4:00pm Turns Into Dinner at 6:00pm

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 2

When Dinner at 4:00pm Turns Into Dinner at 6:00pm: A Quick and Easy Mexican-Inspired Meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

180

Sugar

Fat

We've all been there - dinner plans change, and suddenly you find yourself eating hours later than expected. When you need to get dinner on the table fast, this Mexican-inspired dish is the perfect solution. Using just a few simple ingredients and taking only minutes to prepare, this dish is a budget-friendly meal that everyone will love. It's perfect for weeknight meals when you're short on time but still want to enjoy a flavorful and satisfying dinner.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the refried beans and the salsa.
3.	Transfer the bean and salsa mixture into a 9-inch square baking dish.
4.	Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
5.	Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6.	Before serving, top with sour cream and serve with tortilla chips.

PROS

This is a quick and simple dish that can be made in under 30 minutes.

It’s a great way to use up leftover refried beans and salsa from previous meals.

This meal is vegetarian-friendly, making it a great option for meatless meals.

CONS

This meal is not very filling on its own, so it’s best served as an appetizer or alongside other Mexican-inspired dishes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a good source of protein and fiber thanks to the beans.
It’s also relatively low in calories and contains no added sugars.
Choosing whole grain tortilla chips can add some extra fiber and nutrients to the meal.

	1 can refried beans
	1 cup salsa
	1/4 - 1/2 cup cheddar cheese , shredded
	sour cream
	tortilla chips