This multi-layer Dairy-Free Mexican Taco Casserole recipe is easy to make and super satisfying. The creamy refried beans paired with salsa, crunchy chips and lettuce make for a perfect meal. Gluten-free and vegan.
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- Nonstick cooking spray
- 1 16-ounce can refried beans
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil (I use avocado oil or olive oil; see my post about the healthiest cooking oils)
- ½ onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, cored and chopped
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ of a 15-ounce jar of prepared salsa (about 1 ½ cups)
- ½ of a 14-ounce bag of tortillas chips (about 3 cups)
- 2 cups shredded or chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 2.25-ounce can sliced black olives, drained
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 20 minutes
- Total time: 45 minutes
- Serves: 6
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Open the can of refried beans and use a spatula to spread them into an even layer on the bottom of the baking dish. Set the baking dish aside while you cook the vegetables.
- In a medium skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables have softened.
- Turn off the heat on the stovetop and stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, and salsa.
- Use a spatula to transfer the vegetable and salsa mixture to the top of the baking dish.
- Bake the casserole for 15 minutes.
- When the casserole is done baking, remove it from the oven. Use your hands to break the tortillas chips into bite-sized pieces and spread them on top of the casserole.
- Finally, top the casserole with shredded lettuce, chopped black olives, and sliced avocado. Serve hot.
Notes:
Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat before serving.
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