Description
SUPER BOWL Vegetarian Tamale Pie is a delightful, meat-free dish that features a golden cornbread crust filled with a zesty mix of black beans, corn, and bell peppers. Topped with melted cheese and fresh cilantro, this easy game day dinner is perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. With its colorful layers and bold flavors, it’s sure to impress your guests and have them coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (variety of colors)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and water until smooth. Pour half into the prepared dish.
- In another bowl, combine black beans, corn, bell peppers, cumin, chili powder, and half of the cheese. Spread filling over the cornbread layer.
- Pour remaining cornbread batter over filling and top with leftover cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg