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Black Bean Taco Casserole (Gluten Free, Easy)

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This Black Bean Taco Casserole is a tasty, easy to prepare dinner perfect for busy weeknights. A one pan kid friendly meal which requires only a handful of ingredients. Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Easy.

Taco Casserole garnished with chopped tomatoes, jalapeno, & cilantro.

 

Updated- originally posted December 2016

Okay Guys….  not that I really need to ask… But who doesn’t love an easy tasty dinner?

Ya know one that tastes like tacos only layered in one pan with lots of cheesy goodness.

And since I’m pretty sure most of you would Agree 😉…..

You simply can’t go WRONG with anything involving tacos, lots of cheese and EASY dinners….

So let’s move on… Shall we 🤗

What you’ll need to make this Taco Casserole:

  • Gluten Free Tortillas
  • Black Beans
  • Corn
  • Cooked Quinoa or Rice
  • Tomatoes
  • Onion & Garlic
  • Cheese
  • Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream
  • Spices

 

Taco Casserole topped with cheese, chopped tomatoes, jalapeno, and cilantro.

 

Some additional toppings:

  • Jalapeno
  • Chopped tomatoes
  • Cilantro
  • Sour Cream
  • Avocado
  • Salsa

So as you can see this is very versatile and can be customized with YOUR family’s favorite toppings….

This Taco Casserole is made with black beans, corn, and taco seasonings for an easy tasty one pan dinner. Layered tortillas between taco filling and topped with cheese. Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Easy

Or it’s even great as is… without any additional toppings.

Can this be made AHEAD?

Yes. This is a great make ahead meal and re-heats easily.

Or you can even make the filling ahead and then just layer & bake right before dinner.

And it’s also perfect as leftovers… if you’re lucky enough to have any.

Easy Swaps for Taco Casserole:

When I originally made this recipe it was with Brown rice but after trying with Quinoa, that’s what I prefer…

So you can use any kind of rice or quinoa.

You can easily swap Sour Cream for the Greek Yogurt if you prefer… not a lot of differences in the texture or flavor.

And some other EASY DINNER ideas…..

Vegetarian Mushroom Stroganoff

Italian Cauliflower Marinara Bake

Hearty Minestrone Soup

 

And if you make this recipe please be sure to leave a comment below…. along with ⭐ rating!

 

Taco Casserole topped with cheese, diced tomatoes, jalapeno, & cilantro.

 

 

 

 

Taco Casserole topped with melted cheese, chopped tomato, jalapeno, and cilantro with one serving scooped out.

 

 

 

 

Single Square of Taco Casserole on a white place topped with chopped tomatoes, jalapeno and cilantro.

 

Enjoy!

 

Until next time-xoxo

 

 

Stephanie

 

 

 

 

Taco Casserole garnished with chopped tomatoes, jalapeno, & cilantro.
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Black Bean Taco Casserole (Gluten Free, Easy)

Black Bean Taco Casserole is an easy to prepare weeknight dinner requiring only a few ingredients.
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 9
Author Stephanie

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 1 box/can black beans drained and rinsed 11-14 ounces
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels rinsed
  • 1 jalapeno seeded and chopped optional
  • 1 large tomato chopped
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp. cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp. oregano
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa*
  • 1 cup plain greek yogurt or sour cream I use full fat
  • 7 Gluten free tortilla wraps
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Meanwhile heat olive oil in pan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and saute 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  • Add black beans, corn, jalapeno, tomato, spices, brown rice, and yogurt and combine well.
  • Cook another 6-8 minutes and set aside.
  • In 9 by 9 casserole pan you will start by layer 1/3 of bean mixture, cheese, then tortilla.
  • Repeat layering ending with tortilla and cheese on top layer.
  • Bake covered in preheated oven 30 minutes.
  • Allow to cool ten minutes prior to serving.

Notes

*you can prepare your rice or quinoa ahead saving time when making this.
Updated  from January 2018 using these Homemade Gluten Free Tortillas
 
 
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Comments

  1. Do you think I could use naturally gf corn tortillas? I’m trying to avoid the imitation gf products, they always make me feel worse after eating them (and I’ve read they aren’t so good for you).
    I know the corn tortillas are smaller, so I would use more of them. The only issue I could see is they are a bit thicker, and not as soft. Do you think this would be a problem?

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    • Hi Malka, I’m sure that would be fine to use the corn tortillas. And I understand only wanting to use natural products and that’s exactly WHY I make my own tortillas now… Never could find any I liked.😏 If you have time you may want to try making your own. I have a link for that recipe in the blog post. And I don’t think them being thicker will create a problem. I just prefer my homemade ones for flavor.

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  2. Hi I’m wondering how spicy this is with the chilli powder as my kids can’t handle any heat?!also can u substitute basmati rice for brown if that’s what u have on hand. Thanks looking forward to trying this

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    • Hi Carissa, this is really not spicy with the chili powder but you probably would not want to add the jalapeno if they don’t like spicy. And yes it would be fine to substitute basmati rice for brown. Let me know how it goes. Enjoy 😀

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  3. Oh Steph this casserole looks absolutely amazing. Just look at that cheese. Oh my God! We really love to eat mexican cuisine so I’m always looking for some dinner inspiration. I’m putting this on my weekly menu. My hubby will be thrilled hehe 😉

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  15. Two of my favorite things – Taco and black beans… Love how easy it is to make.. I must try…… sooon. Thanks for the recipe

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    • You’re welcome Veena and I’m a big fan of black beans and tacos also 🙂 It was definitely easy to make and tasty!

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  18. I love recipes like this that are quick and simple, but loaded with flavor…flavors that everyone actually likes and will eat without complaint! It looks wonderful!

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  19. This is the first cat I’ve had that was really interested in the tree. Oh well, guess it’s her tree now. haha..That’s funny your cat slept in the tree. Yeah, gotta have a few quick tasty recipes for busy times 🙂

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  22. Awwww congrats on the new addition to the family! I must say I love her name, because that is my dogs nickname (Lola). Great minds clearly think alike! 😉 Anyways, this black bean taco casserole looks scrumptious!!!! I’m all for easy, delicious casseroles this time of year! Cheers!

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  25. mmmm…black bean taco casserole! We like it! Perfect for the busy nights ahead of us! 🙂 . We haven’t accomplished much of the Christmas shopping or decorating! We have two cats and they both love the Christmas tree 🙂 . They’re waiting for us to put it up!

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