Taco Tater Tots Casserole
Get ready to elevate taco night with this irresistible Taco Tater Tots Casserole, a mouthwatering fusion of Mexican flavors and comfort food classics! This hearty, crowd-pleasing dish combines seasoned ground beef, black beans, and zesty salsa, all layered under a golden, crispy blanket of ooey-gooey cheese and perfectly baked tater tots. With just 15 minutes of prep and a handful of pantry staples, this casserole is as easy as it is indulgent. Topped with fresh scallions and optional cilantro, it’s a flavor-packed meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Serve it with a dollop of sour cream and watch it disappear! Keywords: taco tater tots casserole, easy dinner ideas, Mexican-inspired casserole, cheesy tater tots recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 packet Taco seasoning
- 0.6667 cup Water
- 1 can (15 ounces) Black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup Salsa
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bag (32 ounces) Frozen tater tots
- 3 stalks Scallions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and crumbled, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
Stir in the taco seasoning and 2/3 cup water. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens.
Add the black beans and salsa to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef mixture with sour cream and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until evenly mixed.
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread the beef and sour cream mixture evenly into the bottom of the dish.
Layer the frozen tater tots evenly on top of the beef mixture.
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.
Top with chopped scallions and cilantro, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
781 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.7 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.7 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 110 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 1341 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.3 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 31.6 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 388 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 842 mg | 18% | |
*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.
