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Vegetarian Enchiladas

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant and comforting dish featuring sweet potatoes, black beans, and gooey cheese wrapped in tortillas and baked with enchilada sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 2 cups red enchilada sauce
  • 8 corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes, then steam or boil until fork-tender (15-20 minutes).
  3. Combine the sweet potatoes, black beans, corn, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  4. Spread some enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  5. Fill each tortilla with the sweet potato mixture, rolling tightly and placing seam-side down in the dish.
  6. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas, then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve hot.

Notes

Make-ahead tips: Assemble enchiladas a day in advance and refrigerate until baking. For variations, consider adding different beans or veggies.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg