Vegetarian Weight Watchers Taco Casserole Recipe
Say hello to this delicious Weight Watchers Taco Casserole recipe! With layers of savory quinoa, protein-packed black beans, sweet corn kernels, and a medley of vibrant bell peppers, all coming together in a fiesta of Taco sauce flavors that’s just as delightful for your taste buds as it is for your health goals. This weight watchers vegetarian taco soup is one of the best cheap and easy casserole recipes - and it’s irresistibly delicious!
Equipment
- 1 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish or instant pot or slow cooker
Ingredients
Weight Watchers Taco soup Ingredients:
- 1 cup (180g) quinoa rinsed
- 2 cups (475ml) vegetable broth
- 1 can (15oz/425g) black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup (150g) corn kernels (frozen or canned)
- 1 cup (150g) diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 cup (150g) diced bell pepper (use a mix of colors for visual appeal)
- 1 packet (1oz/28g) low-sodium taco seasoning mix
- 1 cup (150g) reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup (120ml) low-fat sour cream
- 1/2 cup (120ml) salsa homemade or store bought salsa
- Cooking spray
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
Garnish
- Fresh cilantro leaves and sliced green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
How to make Weight Watchers Taco casserole Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly coat a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, diced bell pepper, and taco seasoning mix. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasoning.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the quinoa and vegetable mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot, garnished with a dollop of low-fat sour cream, a drizzle of salsa, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro leaves and sliced green onions for extra flavor and color.
- This Vegetarian Weight Watchers Taco Casserole is a flavorful and wholesome dish that's perfect for those following the Weight Watchers plan. It's a delicious way to enjoy a satisfying meal without sacrificing taste or health.
Instant Pot Mexican casserole recipe:
Instant pot Mexican casserole Instructions:
- Start by rinsing the quinoa thoroughly.
- In your Instant Pot, add the rinsed quinoa, vegetable broth, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, diced bell peppers, and taco seasoning mix. Mix everything together.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to “Sealing.”
- Cook on high pressure for 1 minute. Yes, just 1 minute! The Instant Pot will take some time to come to pressure, but the actual cooking time is minimal due to the quinoa.
- After the cooking cycle is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for about 10 minutes, followed by a quick release if needed.
- Carefully open the lid, and give the mixture a good stir.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top, and close the lid for a few minutes to let the residual heat melt the cheese.
- Serve hot, garnished with low-fat sour cream, salsa, cilantro, and green onions.
How to make crockpot Mexican casserole
Crockpot Mexican casserole recipe: Weight Watchers Taco Casserole
- Crockpot Mexican casserole Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rinsed quinoa, vegetable broth, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, diced bell peppers, and taco seasoning mix. Mix well.
- Lightly grease the interior of your slow cooker with cooking spray.
- Transfer the quinoa and vegetable mixture into the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours or on HIGH for 1.5-2 hours. The exact cooking time may vary based on your slow cooker model.
- About 15-20 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.
- Close the lid and allow the cheese to melt.
- Serve hot, garnished with low-fat sour cream, salsa, cilantro, and green onions.