This vegetarian tater tot casserole is a comforting and satisfying dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner. Layers of tater tots, vegetables, and cheesy goodness come together to create a hearty meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 bag frozen tater tots
- 1 can of vegetarian chili
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup diced onions
- 1 can of corn, drained
- 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions for garnish
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the vegetarian chili, diced bell peppers, diced onions, corn, black beans, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the bottom of a casserole dish.
- Layer the tater tots on top of the vegetable mixture.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots.
- Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
- Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Interesting Facts
Tater tots were invented in 1953 by the Ore-Ida company.
Tater tots are a popular side dish in America, commonly served with burgers or as a snack.
This vegetarian tater tot casserole can be customized with your favorite vegetables and toppings.