Name: Vegetarian Mexican Lasagna: Fiesta in Every Layer
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 1 medium yellow squash, grated; 0.25 cup finely chopped onion; 1 (16 ounce) can vegetarian refried beans; 4 (10 inch) whole wheat tortillas; 1 (15.5 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 cup cottage cheese; 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 0.5 cup shredded Cheddar cheese; 1 (16 ounce) jar salsa

A vibrant and flavorful Meatless Mexican Lasagna that's layered with hearty beans, cheesy goodness, and a hint of spice. This dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and a sneaky way to incorporate extra veggies into your meal!

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a 9-inch square baking dish with cooking spray. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

02

Step

Spray a skillet with cooking spray. Add squash and onion and cook over medium heat until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add refried beans and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat. (Cook time: 8 minutes)

03

Step

Using 1/4 of the ingredients at a time, make 4 layers in the prepared baking dish as follows: tortilla, refried bean mixture, black beans, cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, Cheddar cheese, and salsa. Repeat layers 3 more times. (Assembly time: 15 minutes)

04

Step

Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and heated through, 20 to 25 minutes. (Bake time: 25 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of chili powder or cumin to the refried bean mixture.
Feel free to substitute the cottage cheese with ricotta cheese for a creamier texture.
Serve with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, or chopped cilantro.

Abbey Wilderman

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