Anasazi Enchiladas

Vegetarian
Health score
33%
Anasazi Enchiladas
45 min.
6
375kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Anasazi Enchiladas! This vegetarian dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome meal that is perfect for lunch, dinner, or any gathering. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up this flavorful main course that serves six people, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or entertaining friends.

What sets these enchiladas apart is the unique blend of ingredients, featuring the rich, earthy taste of Anasazi beans, which are packed with protein and fiber. Combined with the freshness of diced tomatoes, chopped onions, and vibrant cilantro, each bite bursts with flavor. The creamy ricotta cheese adds a luscious texture, while the hint of honey and crushed red pepper brings a subtle sweetness and warmth to the dish.

As you layer the tortillas with the savory bean mixture and top them with a zesty tomato sauce and a sprinkle of melted Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, you’ll be creating a dish that is not only satisfying but also visually appealing. The result is a comforting, hearty meal that everyone will love, regardless of their dietary preferences. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to indulge in these scrumptious Anasazi Enchiladas that are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • cups canned tomatoes diced organic undrained (from 28-oz can)
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • clove garlic finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • teaspoons honey 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • cups pinto beans dried rinsed cooked drained
  • cup part-skim ricotta reduced-fat
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper green chopped
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 8-inch flour tortilla ()
  • oz cheddar cheese shredded
  • oz monterrey jack cheese shredded

Equipment

  • food processor
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • blender
  • baking pan
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. Grease 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish. In blender or food processor, place tomatoes, onion and garlic. Cover; blend on high speed about 1 minute until smooth.
  2. In 2-quart saucepan, place tomato mixture, 2 tablespoons of the cilantro, the honey and red pepper. Cook uncovered over medium heat 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir together beans, ricotta cheese, bell pepper, cumin and remaining cilantro.
  4. Spread 1/2 cup of the tomato sauce in baking dish. Spoon 1/2 cup of the bean mixture on 1 side of each tortilla.
  5. Roll tortillas around bean mixture.
  6. Place tortillas, seam sides down, on tomato sauce in baking dish. Spoon remaining tomato sauce over top; sprinkle with cheeses.
  7. Bake uncovered 20 to 25 minutes or until tomato sauce is bubbly and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories375kcal
Protein18.86%
Fat26.19%
Carbs54.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
50.96
Glycemic Load
13.33
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
20.114347836246%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.59mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
3.34mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:374.5kcal
18.73%
Fat:11.1g
17.08%
Saturated Fat:5.46g
34.15%
Carbohydrates:52.39g
17.46%
Net Carbohydrates:43.43g
15.79%
Sugar:8.6g
9.56%
Cholesterol:21.74mg
7.25%
Sodium:595.96mg
25.91%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.98g
35.96%
Folate:167.98µg
41.99%
Manganese:0.72mg
36.01%
Fiber:8.97g
35.88%
Selenium:24.5µg
35.01%
Phosphorus:342.24mg
34.22%
Calcium:318.23mg
31.82%
Vitamin B1:0.45mg
30.31%
Iron:4.64mg
25.8%
Vitamin C:19.22mg
23.3%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.47%
Potassium:662.42mg
18.93%
Copper:0.36mg
18.16%
Vitamin B3:3.57mg
17.85%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.54%
Magnesium:68.81mg
17.2%
Zinc:1.99mg
13.24%
Vitamin K:13.57µg
12.93%
Vitamin E:1.71mg
11.42%
Vitamin A:523.66IU
10.47%
Vitamin B5:0.59mg
5.94%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.49%