Mexican Tater Tot Casserole
Mexican Tater Tot Casserole combines crispy tater tots with zesty Mexican flavors for a comforting dish that will delight everyone at your table. This easy-to-make casserole features layers of seasoned ground beef, black beans, and gooey cheddar cheese, all topped with golden tater tots. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this crowd-pleaser is sure to have everyone coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 32 oz frozen tater tots
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (1 oz)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream (for serving)
- 4 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and black beans; cook for an additional 3–5 minutes.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half the tater tots, then the beef mixture and half the cheese.
- Add another layer of tater tots and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool slightly before serving with sour cream and chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, use sautéed mushrooms or lentils instead of beef. Experiment with different cheeses like Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack for added flavor.