How to Make Tex-Mex Squash Casserole with Rotel - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tex-Mex cuisine is a flavorful and vibrant combination of traditional Mexican dishes infused with the bold and spicy flavors of Texas. One popular Tex-Mex dish is the squash casserole, which takes the humble squash and transforms it into a delicious and satisfying meal. This Tex-Mex Squash Casserole with Rotel is a perfect example of the fusion of Mexican and Texan flavors, with the addition of Rotel tomatoes and green chilies adding a zesty kick to the dish.

With its layers of tender...

Read more Snack recipes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 medium yellow squash, sliced
  • 1 small onion, sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced, or to taste
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles (such as RO*TEL®)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 1 casserole

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet, mixing in taco seasoning as directed on the package, until meat is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Set beef aside on a plate.
  • Heat oil in the skillet over medium heat. Mix in squash, onion, and garlic; saute until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Add beef and diced tomatoes to the skillet. Season with cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Transfer mixture to an oven-proof casserole dish. Top with Mexican cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    294 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 69mg
    • Sodium: 782mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 188mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 472mg