Southwest Tortellini Casserole Recipe

Spice up your weeknight dinner with this vibrant Southwest Tortellini Casserole! A crowd-pleasing twist on classic tortellini, this recipe is perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or a comforting weeknight meal. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with Southwestern flavors like black beans, corn, and green chilies, this casserole is sure to become a new favorite. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 687.9 kcal
Protein 67g
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Ingredients for Southwest Tortellini Casserole

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How to Make Southwest Tortellini Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 1.5-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
  3. In a large bowl, combine 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (rinsed and drained), 2 cups cooked cheese tortellini, 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies (undrained), 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained), and 1 teaspoon ground cumin. Mix well.
  4. Pour the tortellini mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and 1 tablespoon sugar.
  6. Evenly spread the sour cream mixture over the tortellini mixture in the casserole dish.
  7. Evenly sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup sliced black olives, 1/4 cup chopped green onions, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.
  8. Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil.
  9. Bake for 30 minutes.
  10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
  11. Let the casserole stand for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

50 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

101g

Carbs

20g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Southwest Tortellini Casserole?

Southwest Tortellini Casserole takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Southwest Tortellini Casserole?

Southwest Tortellini Casserole has approximately 687.9 calories per serving, with about 67 g protein, 20 g carbohydrates and 54 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Southwest Tortellini Casserole?

The key ingredients for Southwest Tortellini Casserole are Black Beans, Cheese Tortellini, Diced Green Chilies, Diced Tomatoes, Cumin, Low Fat Sour Cream. See the full list with measurements above.

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