
Black Bean Lasagna Recipe
Black Bean Lasagna creates delicious vegetarian dishes using corn tortillas instead of lasagna noodles, layered with salsa and black beans for substantial plant protein. This innovative recipe transforms traditional lasagna concepts through Mexican ingredients while providing complete vegetarian nutrition and authentic flavors. The tortilla substitution creates cultural authenticity.

This black bean lasagna is a delicious vegetarian dish using corn tortillas instead of lasagna noodles, layered with salsa, black beans, cheese, and guacamole.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
½ green bell pepper, diced
½ red bell pepper, diced
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14.5 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 cup salsa
salt and black pepper to taste
2 avocados, peeled, pitted, and mashed
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
12 (6 inch) corn tortillas, quartered
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
Directions
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onions, 3 cloves chopped garlic, and bell peppers; cook until onions soft and translucent. Stir in black beans, tomatoes with juice, and salsa. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer; cook about 3 minutes.
Mash avocados, 1 clove chopped garlic, and lemon juice together in a bowl.
Place a layer of tortillas on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Spread 1/3 of bean mixture on top. Spread 1/2 of avocado mixture on top, then sprinkle with 1/3 of cheese; place a layer of tortillas on top. Top with 1/2 of remaining bean mixture. Spread remaining avocado mixture on top, then sprinkle with 1/2 remaining cheese. Repeat layering with remaining ingredients.
Bake in the preheated oven until sauce is bubbly, about 35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
331 | Calories |
20g | Fat |
30g | Carbs |
12g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 331 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 20g | 25% |
Saturated Fat 8g | 38% |
Cholesterol 30mg | 10% |
Sodium 472mg | 21% |
Total Carbohydrate 30g | 11% |
Dietary Fiber 8g | 27% |
Total Sugars 5g | |
Protein 12g | 23% |
Vitamin C 30mg | 33% |
Calcium 277mg | 21% |
Iron 2mg | 13% |
Potassium 581mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.