Sombrero
The Sombrero is a hearty Mexican-inspired casserole, often featuring a base of seasoned ground beef or beans layered with corn tortillas, a creamy sauce, and a generous topping of melted cheese. It's typically baked until bubbly and golden, creating a comforting, shareable meal. The name playfully references its shape, which can resemble a wide-brimmed hat.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally high in carbohydrates from the tortillas and protein from the beef or beans, with a significant amount of fat coming from the cheese and sauce. A typical serving provides a good source of calcium and iron, and can range from 400 to 600 calories depending on portion size and specific ingredients.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 480 kcal |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Carbs | 40 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 780 mg |
| Calcium | 320 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 µg |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.3 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
Per 1 piece (approx. 280 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the Sombrero is a fun, Tex-Mex or Mexican-American comfort food that showcases the adaptability of traditional ingredients like tortillas and cheese into a baked, casserole format. Nutritionally, it can be a balanced meal-in-one, offering carbs, protein, and fat, though the cheese and sauce often make it a rich, indulgent choice.
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