Mexican Tater Tot Casserole
A vibrant and comforting casserole made with ground beef, black beans, corn, and topped with crispy tater tots and gooey cheese.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Can be substituted with plant-based crumbles.
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed Gently mix to keep whole beans intact.
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 cup salsa Use medium salsa preferred for dipping.
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 package frozen tater tots
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped green onions or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in black beans, corn, salsa, and season with salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the beef mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Layer the shredded cheese evenly over the beef mixture.
- Top with tater tots, arranging them in a single layer.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the tater tots are golden and crispy.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with green onions or cilantro if desired.
Notes
This casserole is perfect for potlucks and family dinners. Feel free to adjust ingredients or add toppings based on personal preferences.