Introduction
Imagine this: it’s a hectic weeknight, your brain’s fried, and the last thing you want is to wrestle with something complicated in the kitchen.
Enter Mexican Bean Lasagne — your new best friend for cozy, no-fuss dinners that still feel like a proper treat. Think layers of bold, spicy beans mingling with melty, dairy-free cheese, all tucked between soft tortillas. It’s like a fiesta in your mouth, without the cleanup of sombreros or piñatas.
This dish is perfect for anyone who’s ever wanted comfort food that’s kind to animals and the planet — no judgment here if you’re still figuring out this whole vegan thing.
Plus, it’s one of those recipes that somehow manages to be both hearty and light on effort, so you can get back to binge-watching your favorite show or pretending to be productive.
Ready to immerse yourself in a plateful of plant-powered yum? Spoiler alert: your taste buds are in for a cheeky little surprise.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 green pepper, deseeded and chopped
- 395 g tinned mixed beans in spicy tomato sauce (fiery fiesta inside!)
- 400 g tinned chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 tsp dried chilli flakes (for extra heat if liked)
- 25 g Flora Freedom
- 25 g plain flour
- 300 ml unsweetened soya milk
- 150 g dairy-free cheese, grated (melty magic!)
- salt and pepper
- 8 flour tortillas, halved
Whipping up this Mexican Bean Lasagne means inviting a colorful crew of plant-powered pals to your plate.
It’s like a fiesta in your mouth—beans, spice, and that dreamy dairy-free cheese pulling it all together.
Even meat lovers might find themselves double-dipping!
How to Make It
Alrighty, let’s plunge into making this Mexican Bean Lasagne—a veggie-packed fiesta that’s as colorful as your favorite playlist and way more satisfying than your average “meh” dinner.
Start by heating up a tablespoon of oil in your trusty pan, then toss in one chopped onion. Sauté it until it’s soft and smelling like the start of something delicious, but don’t let it brown on you—this isn’t a burnt offering!
Add in the deseeded and chopped green pepper and give it a few more minutes to mingle and soften. Now, invite the star of the show: the 395g tin of mixed beans in spicy tomato sauce joins the party, along with the 400g tin of chopped tomatoes.
If you’re feeling adventurous (or just want to impress your taste buds), sprinkle in half a teaspoon of dried chili flakes for a cheeky kick. Let everything heat through gently while you prepare the dairy-free cheese sauce—because no lasagne is complete without a little creamy magic.
Speaking of magic, melt 25g of Flora Freedom in a saucepan and whisk in 25g of plain flour until it’s all nice and smooth. Slowly pour in 300ml of unsweetened soya milk, stirring constantly so you don’t end up with a lumpy mess.
Keep that heat on moderate and watch as the sauce thickens into a glossy, silky dream. Stir in 100g of grated dairy-free cheese until it melts right into the sauce, then season with a pinch of salt and pepper to keep things interesting.
Now, assemble your lasagne masterpiece by layering those halved flour tortillas with the bean mixture and cheese sauce, stacking them up like edible building blocks.
Pop it in a preheated oven at 180°C (or 160°C fan, for the fancy folks) and let it bake until it’s bubbling and golden on top—your kitchen will smell like a plant-based paradise in no time.
Who said vegan dinners can’t be fun and fabulous?
Bonus Tips
- Crank up the heat with a sprinkle of smoked paprika or chipotle powder—because who doesn’t want their lasagne to have a little spicy sass?
- Swap in sweet corn or diced avocado for a surprise twist that’ll have your taste buds dancing the salsa.
- Got leftover tortilla bits? Toast ’em up for a crunchy topping that says, “I’m fancy and I know it.”
Why You’ll Love It
This Mexican Bean Lasagne is like a fiesta in your mouth without the salsa dance skills required.
It’s the kind of dish that plays nice with your busy schedule—quick to whip up, but big on flavor fireworks.
Whether you’re a tofu newbie or a seasoned plant-based pro, it’s flexible enough to jazz up with whatever beans or spices you’ve got lurking in your pantry.
Plus, it’s the perfect excuse to pretend you’re a culinary wizard layering magic, one tortilla at a time!
Nutritional Info
These are estimated values:
Calories: 450
Protein: 22 g
Carbohydrates: 55 g
Fat: 12 g
Nutrition estimates are provided for vibe-check purposes only — they aren’t legally binding promises of eternal health or six-pack abs.
