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Side view of the finished taco casserole on the kitchen table surrounded by chips, queso dip, mini peppers, and fresh flowers.

Easy Taco Casserole

Quick and easy plant based taco casserole is layered with rice, refried beans, lots of veggies, black beans, and vegan queso!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 208
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups rice cooked
  • 15 oz black beans drained and rinsed
  • 15 oz refried beans
  • 15 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup corn can be frozen
  • 2 bell peppers diced
  • 1 cup dairy free queso or other vegan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder

Equipment

  • Casserole dish
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Mixing bowls
  • Mixing spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F/180°C.
  2. Prepare the rice layer. If making fresh rice, make it according to package directions or according to the recipe.
  3. Mix the beans and veggie layer. In a large mixing bowl, combine drained and rinsed black beans with diced tomatoes (complete with juice), corn, diced bell peppers, and spices. Mix well and set aside.
  4. Assemble the casserole. First, place down a layer of cooked rice. Next, spread the refried beans over top of the rice. Then, spoon the bean and veggie mix on top. Finally, pour over top the dairy free queso cheese.
  5. Bake and enjoy! Bake the casserole uncovered for 25 minutes. Remove from the oven, add the toppings you like, and enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition calculated without any cheese on top.
  • How to Store 
    • Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 4 to 5 days. 
    • How to Make Ahead: You can make the rice a day in advance to cut down on prep time. This recipe can be made the day before and kept in the fridge until ready to serve the next day. 
    • To reheat: Place either the entire casserole in a preheated 350F oven for 20 minutes or until warmed through. You can also warm a slice on a microwave safe plate, covered with a damp paper towel, and warmed in 30 second increments until warmed.