Impossible Burrito Bake
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate meatless comfort food with this Impossible Burrito Bake! Loaded with savory plant-based Impossible ground "meat," hearty black beans, zesty taco seasoning, and zippy salsa, this layered casserole is a bold and flavorful twist on classic burritos. Soft flour tortillas and gooey melted cheese tie it all together in a baked dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Quick to assemble in just 15 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe bakes to bubbly perfection in under an hour. Customize it with spicy green chilies, a dollop of sour cream, or fresh cilantro for a personal touch. Easy, satisfying, and entirely plant-based, the Impossible Burrito Bake is your answer to Tex-Mex made simple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Impossible ground 'meat' (plant-based)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 Small onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 packet Taco seasoning
- 15 ounces Black beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
- 1.5 cups Salsa
- 4 Flour tortillas (medium-sized)
- 1.5 cups Shredded cheese (Mexican blend or cheddar)
- 4 ounces Canned diced green chilies (optional)
- 0.5 cup Sour cream (for topping, optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or casserole dish with nonstick spray or a bit of olive oil.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the Impossible ground 'meat' and cook for 5-6 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through.
Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the mixture and stir to coat evenly. Add the canned diced green chilies (if using), black beans, and 1 cup of the salsa. Mix well and let the mixture simmer for about 3 minutes before removing from heat.
Cut the tortillas into halves or quarters to make layering easier.
Spread a thin layer of the remaining salsa (about 1/4 cup) on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Lay down a layer of tortilla pieces, covering the bottom of the dish as completely as possible.
Spread half of the meat and bean mixture over the tortillas, followed by a generous sprinkle of shredded cheese.
Repeat the layering process: add another layer of tortillas, the rest of the meat and bean mixture, and another sprinkle of cheese.
Finish with a final layer of tortillas, the remaining salsa spread evenly on top, and a final sprinkle of cheese.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with a dollop of sour cream and chopped cilantro, if desired.
Cut into squares and serve warm. Enjoy your 'Impossible Burrito Bake'!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
489 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.6 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.0 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 1256 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 25.6 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 364 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 760 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
