The recipe Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole

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Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole recipe is a Mexican Dinner meal that takes 30 minutes to make. If you enjoy Mexican for Dinner, you will like Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole!

Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole

Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole Recipe
Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole

This is similar to a taco cassarole, however it is low in calorie, fat and high in protien and fiber. It is delicious!

What Course Is Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole?

Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole is for Dinner.


How Long Does Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole Recipe Take To Prepare?

Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole takes 45 minutes to prepare.


How Long Does Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole Recipe Take To Cook?

Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole takes 30 minutes to cook.


How Many Servings Does Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole Recipe Make?

Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole makes 8 servings.


What Are The Ingredients For Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole Recipe?

The ingredients for Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole are:

4 Corn Tortillas (small)
2 1/2 c. Brown Rice, Cooked
1.5 c. Canned Black Beans, drained and rinsed
1 can Diced tomatoes, partially drained
1 can Diced green chilies
1/2 c. Jalapeno slices + 1 T of Jalapeno brine
1/2 c. Onion, Chopped
3/4 c. chopped bell pepper (any color)
2 c. Reduced Fat Colby or Mild Cheddar Cheese
1/2 lb Extra Lean Ground beef or Turkey
1/2 packet of Lowery (or other brand) Taco Seasoning
1/2 t. Garlic Powder
1/4 t. Sea Salt


How Do I Make Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole?

Here is how you make Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole:

Start cooking brown rice as packages suggests. This takes approximatly 30-45 min. While rice is cooking, fry extra lean ground beef or turkey. Once cooked and any grease drained, add 1/2 packet of dry taco seasoning (do not add water), onion and jalapeno's and 1 - 2 T of jalapeno juice from can. Cook till seasoning is well distributed. Set meat aside. Drain 1/2 of liquid from diced tomatoes and take remainder juice and tomatoes and place in a bowl. Add green chilies, 1/4 t. sea salt, 1/2 t. of garlic and mix well and set aside. Drain and wash black beans and place beans aside.Assembly:In a 13x9 cassarole, spray bottom and sides lightly with cooking spray. Cut corn torillias in large strips and layer the bottom only with corn tortillas. Tortillas will lap over each other. Layer meat over tortillas and top with 1 c. of cheese. Top cheese with black beans than spread 2 1/2 c. brown rice. Layer on bell pepper and than top with tomatoe and green chili mixture. Top with remainder cup of cheese and bake in a 325 degree oven for 30 min. Serves 8. Enjoy Number of Servings: 8Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user VIRGOGAL72.


What's The Nutritional Info For Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole?

The nutritional information for Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole is:

  • Servings Per Recipe: 8
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 248.2
  • Total Fat: 6.8 g
  • Cholesterol: 20.6 mg
  • Sodium: 250.0 mg
  • Total Carbs: 30.5 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 5.3 g
  • Protein: 16.4 g

What Type Of Cuisine Is Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole?

Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole is Mexican cuisine.


What Dietary Needs Does Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole Meet?

The dietary needs meet for Black Bean and Rice Taco Cassarole is Low Fat


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