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Weight Watchers Friendly Taco Casserole Recipe

Weight Watchers Taco Casserole: Ditch Guilt in 30 Min


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  • Author: Amelia D. Francis
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

Enjoy this Weight Watchers friendly taco casserole. It’s a flavorful and satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef, lean
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
  • 6 whole wheat tortillas, cut into wedges
  • 1 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
  • Optional toppings: salsa, sour cream, avocado

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat; drain any excess grease.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes and green chilies.
  4. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. In a 9×13 inch baking dish, layer half of the tortilla wedges, followed by half of the beef mixture and half of the cheese.
  6. Repeat layers.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Let stand for a few minutes before serving.
  9. Top with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey for ground beef.
  • Add more vegetables like bell peppers or onions.
  • For a spicier casserole, use a hotter taco seasoning or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg