Vegan Mexican Pizza Casserole
If you’re craving the iconic flavors of Taco Bell but want to enjoy a vegan twist, our Vegan Mexican Pizza Casserole is the perfect solution! Packed with layers of deliciousness and reminiscent of the beloved fast-food favorite, this casserole is sure to satisfy your cravings and delight your taste buds. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you can whip up this crowd-pleasing dish in no time. Let’s dive into the recipe!
Ingredients:
- 1 packet of vegan taco seasoning
- 1 large can of vegan refried beans
- 1 large can of red enchilada sauce (ensure it’s vegan-friendly)
- 10 corn tortillas
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 1/4 medium onion, diced
- 3+ cups shredded vegan cheese
- Chopped green onion, for garnish
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions:
- Begin by preparing the vegan taco meat. In a skillet, brown the vegan meat substitute of your choice. Once browned, drain any excess liquid and return the skillet to the heat. Add the taco seasoning packet and water as per the package instructions. Simmer until most of the liquid is absorbed, then set aside.
- Heat the vegan refried beans in a pot or microwave until warmed through.
- In a separate skillet, heat a small amount of vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry each corn tortilla individually until slightly crispy. Set aside.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a casserole dish.
- Begin assembling the casserole by layering the bottom of the dish with half of the fried corn tortillas.
- Spread the warmed refried beans evenly over the layer of tortillas.
- Next, layer the seasoned vegan meat across the beans.
- Pour half of the can of red enchilada sauce evenly over the meat layer.
- Add another layer of fried corn tortillas on top of the enchilada sauce.
- Evenly pour the remaining half of the enchilada sauce over the second layer of tortillas.
- Sprinkle the diced tomatoes and onions evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Generously spread the shredded vegan cheese over the tomato and onion layer.
- Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the sides start to bubble.
- Once cooked, remove the casserole from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions.
- Allow the casserole to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
- Slice into portions and serve hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired.
- Enjoy the irresistible flavors of our Vegan Mexican Pizza Casserole, a delicious and satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion!
Vegan Mexican Pizza Casserole
Ingredients:
- 1 packet vegan taco seasoning
- 1 large can vegan refried beans
- 1 large can vegan red enchilada sauce
- 10 corn tortillas
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 1/4 medium onion, diced
- 3+ cups shredded vegan cheese
- Chopped green onion, for garnish
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions:
- Brown vegan meat substitute in a skillet, then add taco seasoning and water as per package instructions. Set aside.
- Warm refried beans in a pot or microwave.
- Fry each corn tortilla individually until slightly crispy.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a casserole dish.
- Layer half of the fried tortillas in the dish.
- Spread refried beans evenly over tortillas, followed by seasoned vegan meat.
- Pour half of the enchilada sauce over the meat layer.
- Add another layer of tortillas, then pour remaining enchilada sauce on top.
- Sprinkle diced tomatoes and onions over the sauce.
- Generously top with shredded vegan cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped green onion.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Vegan Mexican Pizza Casserole!