Taco Tater Tots Casserole

Get ready to elevate taco night with this irresistible Taco Tater Tots Casserole, a mouthwatering fusion of Mexican flavors and comfort food classics! This hearty, crowd-pleasing dish combines seasoned ground beef, black beans, and zesty salsa, all layered under a golden, crispy blanket of ooey-gooey cheese and perfectly baked tater tots. With just 15 minutes of prep and a handful of pantry staples, this casserole is as easy as it is indulgent. Topped with fresh scallions and optional cilantro, it’s a flavor-packed meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Serve it with a dollop of sour cream and watch it disappear! Keywords: taco tater tots casserole, easy dinner ideas, Mexican-inspired casserole, cheesy tater tots recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 packet Taco seasoning
• 0.6667 cup Water
• 1 can (15 ounces) Black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Salsa
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 bag (32 ounces) Frozen tater tots
• 3 stalks Scallions, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and crumbled, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Stir in the taco seasoning and 2/3 cup water. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens.

Step 4

Add the black beans and salsa to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef mixture with sour cream and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until evenly mixed.

Step 6

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread the beef and sour cream mixture evenly into the bottom of the dish.

Step 7

Layer the frozen tater tots evenly on top of the beef mixture.

Step 8

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.

Step 11

Top with chopped scallions and cilantro, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2278.4 grams (2278.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3582

Total Fat 204.20g	262%
Saturated Fat 92.80g	464%
Polyunsaturated Fat 30.10g
Cholesterol 357mg	119%
Sodium 12059mg	524%
Total Carbohydrate 359.90g	131%
Dietary Fiber 55.50g	198%
Total Sugars 30.00g
Protein 112.00g	224%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2333mg	179%
Iron 13mg	73%
Potassium 4145mg	88%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.3%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 38.6%