Taco Bell Mexican Pizza

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A copycat vegetarian version of the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza recipe that's BAKED and tastes better than the original. This Mexican Pizza is vegetarian, made with refried beans, cheese, tomatoes, scallions, and jalapenos.

Prep Time15

Cook Time25

Total Time40

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Diet: Vegetarian

Servings: servings

Author: Nisha Kapur

Equipment

Ingredients

for the baked tortillas

8 flour tortillas 2 tortillas per pizza, use wheat for a healthier option
avocado oil to brush both sides of tortilla

for the beans

15 ounces organic pinto refried beans salsa style I like Trader Joe's
1 1/2 tbsp taco seasoning I like Trader Joe's
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup white onion chopped

for the veggies, cheese, salsa (divided in 4 servings)

2 tomatoes chopped
1 jalapeno deseeded & chopped
2 stalks scallions chopped
2 cups cheese shredded, 1/2 cup cheese each pizza
few spoonfuls salsa or taco bell sauce

Instructions

STEP 1 - BAKE THE TORTILLAS TO CRISP THEM UP

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a tray with foil. Place 2 tortillas on a baking tray lined with foil or a baking sheet. Lightly brush both sides of the tortilla with avocado oil. Prick the tortillas with a fork - this prevents them from puffing.
Once preheated, put the tray in the oven. Bake for 11 minutes - 5 1/2 minutes on each side - so flip halfway. You can add multiple tortillas at a time. Crispy tortillas are ready and should be slightly golden brown.

STEP 2 - FLAVOR REFRIED BEANS & CHOP VEGGIES

In the meantime, make the beans. Empty the contents of the refried beans into a pot and cook on medium heat. Add 1/4 - 1/2 cups of water and taco seasoning. Do not add salt since the taco seasoning has enough salt. In the meantime, chop an onion. Add the onion to the beans. Once heated through, turn off the stove. Chop the tomatoes, scallions (or green onions), and jalapenos. Set cheese aside.

STEP 3 - ASSEMBLE MEXICAN PIZZA

First layer - add a layer of refried beans and spread over the tortilla. Top off with a little salsa and spread. Use your favorite salsa or even Taco Bell sauce will work.
Second layer - place the second piece of tortilla on top. Now top with salsa again. Spread. Top with scallions, tomatoes, and jalapenos. Top with cheese, make sure you get the sides.
Place the Mexican Tortilla Pizza back on the foiled tray and into the oven at 400 degrees for about 5 minutes. Check after 3 minutes. Mexican Pizza is ready. Cut into 4 pieces and serve hot with Taco Bell sauce. You can also garnish with onions, cilantro, or sour cream. Enjoy!

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Notes

This recipe was first published on May 19, 2022, and has been modified and updated since.

- Gluten-free - For a gf option, use your favorite gluten-free tortillas or corn tortillas.

- Vegan - For a vegan option, use non-dairy cheese and tortillas.

- Healthier - Use whole-wheat tortillas and use less cheese.
- Spicier - Trader Joe's Taco Seasoning is already quite spicy, however if you want additional spice, you may add a can of green chilies to the beans or cayenne pepper.

- Beans - You can substitute ground beef, turkey, or chicken for retired beans. Saute the meat in garlic and onions, then add lots of taco seasoning for flavor.

- More Protein - Use beef, turkey, or chicken (mentioned above) for a boost of protein. You can use the leftover taco meat in tacos.

- Additional Veggies to Add - Feel free to add black olives or chopped green bell pepper.

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