Easy Three Bean Taco Casserole

This hearty Easy Three Bean Taco Casserole combines black beans, kidney beans, and chickpeas along with some veggies, homemade taco seasoning, and cheese to create a melty, spicy casserole. Serve this healthy dinner with some lettuce, sour cream, and tortilla chips for a comforting yet nutritious dinner!

Comfort food received its name for a good reason. It means eating a meal that provides inner warmth and positive feelings. Often, comfort food is not always considered healthy because many people consider fried foods, heavy pasta, or desserts to be comfort food. While it is true, I also find comfort in healthy casseroles.

That’s where Easy Three Bean Taco Casserole comes into play! This amazing cheesy dish is made of three beans, cheese, vegetables, and broth. Serve a large scoop of this casserole with tortilla chips and sour cream to dip or with rice/cauliflower rice for a super filling supper.

The toppings are what bring this casserole to the next level so don’t skip on them! Use any of your favorite taco or chili toppings such as lettuce, jalapeno, avocado, Greek yogurt, cilantro, cotija, and tortilla chips. Who wouldn’t want more veggies and dairy on top of their rich and creamy casserole?!

The Perfect Vegetarian Meal!

This well-rounded casserole has tons of healthy ingredients that appeal to many different diets. Here are some of the healthy vegetarian ingredients in this meatless casserole. 

• Black beans – Has a low glycemic index despite carb content
• Kidney beans – Can help reduce blood sugar levels
• Chickpeas – An excellent source of fiber and protein
• Bell pepper – High in vitamin C
• Purple onion – Contains powerful antioxidants

Homemade Taco Seasoning

I am an advocate of making my own seasonings. Seasoning mixes found at the grocery store contain lots of salt unless they are advertised as “salt-free”. The extra salt is not something we need, so I like to create homemade taco seasoning with spices I already have in the pantry. 

Homemade taco seasoning consists of:

• Chili Powder
• Ground Cumin
• Smoked Paprika
• Sea Salt
• Oregano
• Black Pepper
• Garlic Powder
• Onion Powder

The homemade seasoning really makes a difference in this dish. Plus, you can adjust the spices to your liking! If you’re a huge fan of garlic, add more garlic powder. Omit any ingredient that you do not enjoy. 

Ingredients in Easy Three Bean Taco Casserole

• black beans
• red kidney beans
• chickpeas
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 purple onion
• 2 tablespoons Homemade Taco Seasoning
• 1 red bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1/2 cup veggie stock, low-sodium
• 1 1/2 cups shredded Mild Cheddar

And don’t forget the toppings!

• Sliced jalapeños
• Tortilla chips (You can use Gluten-Free chips as well!)
• Greek yogurt or sour cream
• Diced tomatoes

How to Make Easy Three Bean Taco Casserole

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease a 9×13 baking dish or casserole dish. Set it aside for later.

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat and add the garlic and onions. Cook them until fragrant and translucent, or about 2-3 minutes.

Add in the bell peppers and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes until they soften.

Add in all three beans, tomato paste, veggie stock, and taco seasonings, stirring everything together until well combined. Let it cook a bit until fragrant, about 5 minutes before removing from heat.

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading into an even layer.

Add in 1/4 the amount of cheese and gently stir it into the casserole. Top with remaining cheese and let it bake until completely heated through and cheese is melted, or about 20-25 minutes.

Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes or so before serving.

To serve, top with lettuce or kale (if preferred), jalapeños, tomatoes, and greek yogurt or sour cream, and a side of tortilla chips.

Bon Appetit!

Other Recipes You’ll Love

If you love this amazing casserole, check out some other hearty dinner recipes!

• Vegan Black Bean Tacos with Avocado Dressing
• Vegan Skillet Sweet Potato Casserole
• Loaded BBQ Quinoa Taco Fries
• Baked Pumpkin French Toast Casserole
• Baked Strawberry Banana French Toast Casserole

 

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