Mexican Casserole 6 5 Weight Watcher Points
Packed with bold flavors and a healthy twist, this Mexican Casserole is a crowd-pleasing, easy-to-make dish perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. With only 6.5 Weight Watchers points per serving, this recipe combines lean ground turkey, hearty black beans, sweet corn, flavorful salsa, and reduced-fat cheese for a wholesome meal that doesn’t skimp on satisfaction. Layered with whole wheat tortillas and baked to perfection, it’s a lighter take on a classic comfort food with all the zesty, Tex-Mex flair you crave. Ready in under 45 minutes, this casserole is both quick and delicious—perfect for busy families or anyone watching their points. Top it off with fresh scallions and cilantro for a colorful garnish, and dig into a dish that’s as healthy as it is hearty!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 packet Taco seasoning (low-sodium)
- 1 can (15 ounces) Canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 can (15 ounces) Canned corn (rinsed and drained)
- 1.5 cups Salsa (chunky, medium or your preferred heat)
- 1 cup Reduced-fat Mexican blend cheese
- 4 large (8-inch) Whole wheat tortillas
- as needed Cooking spray
- 2 tablespoons Chopped scallions (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and spray with cooking spray. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring to combine.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the black beans, corn, and salsa until well combined.
In the prepared baking dish, assemble the casserole by layering 1/3 of the turkey mixture, followed by 1 tortilla, tearing the tortilla if necessary to fit the pan. Repeat the layers, ending with the turkey mixture on top. You will have 3 layers in total.
Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the casserole.
Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Garnish with chopped scallions and cilantro, if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2528 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 79.0 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.5 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 482 mg | 161% | |
| Sodium | 5043 mg | 219% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 269.8 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 56.6 g | 202% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.4 g | ||
| Protein | 192.0 g | 384% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1258 mg | 97% | |
| Iron | 21.6 mg | 120% | |
| Potassium | 4334 mg | 92% | |
*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.
