Black Bean and Cheese Enchiladas with Ranchero Sauce

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
30%
Black Bean and Cheese Enchiladas with Ranchero Sauce
70 min.
6
409kcal

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If you're looking for a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for any occasion, our Black Bean and Cheese Enchiladas with Ranchero Sauce will surely delight your taste buds! This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only wholesome but also packed with protein and fiber, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying lunch or dinner.

The star of this dish is the simple yet robust ranchero sauce, made from dried ancho chiles that add a delightful smokiness, serving as the perfect complement to the creamy, cheesy filling. Each bite reveals a medley of tender black beans, fresh green onions, and a savory blend of spices, all rolled up in soft corn tortillas. It’s a beautiful harmony of flavors and textures that will keep you coming back for more.

Preparation is straightforward, taking about 70 minutes from start to finish. Whether you’re cooking for the family on a cozy weeknight or prepping for a gathering with friends, these enchiladas can easily serve six people. Top them with a sprinkle of fresh green onions and a dollop of light sour cream for the ultimate finishing touch. Dive into this delightful dish that captures the essence of comforting Mexican cuisine while keeping it healthy and delicious!

Ingredients

  •  ancho chili pepper dried stemmed seeded
  • 15 ounce black beans rinsed drained canned
  • 12 6-inch corn tortillas ()
  •  garlic clove sliced
  •  spring onion divided thinly sliced
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • 0.3 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • tablespoons oregano fresh chopped
  • ounces cheddar cheese divided reduced-fat
  • tablespoons cream light sour
  • tablespoons tomato paste 
  • cups vegetable stock organic
  • cups water 
  • cup onion yellow chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • blender
  • baking pan
  • colander

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 40
  2. Combine chiles and 2 cups water in a saucepan; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes.
  4. Drain chiles in a colander over a bowl, reserving 1 cup cooking liquid.
  5. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over high heat.
  6. Add onion; saute 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium; add garlic and salt. Cook 5 minutes or until golden, stirring occasionally.
  7. Add broth and next 3 ingredients (through cumin); cook 8 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally.
  8. Pour onion mixture into a blender; add chiles and reserved liquid.
  9. Remove center piece of blender lid (to allow steam to escape); secure lid on blender.
  10. Place a clean towel over opening in lid. Blend until smooth; stir in lime juice and red pepper.
  11. Combine the beans, 1 cup cheese, and half the green onions in a bowl.
  12. Spread 1/2 cup sauce in the bottom of a 13 x 9-inch glass or ceramic baking dish coated with cooking spray. Warm tortillas according to package directions. Spoon 3 tablespoons bean mixture down center of each tortilla; roll up.
  13. Place, seam-side down, in prepared dish.
  14. Pour remaining sauce over filled tortillas. Top with the remaining cheese.
  15. Bake at 400 for 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
  16. Sprinkle with remaining green onions; serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories409kcal
Protein17.63%
Fat33.69%
Carbs48.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.25
Glycemic Load
11.77
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
22.716956465141%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
0.22mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
6.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:409.48kcal
20.47%
Fat:15.94g
24.52%
Saturated Fat:7.84g
48.98%
Carbohydrates:51.82g
17.27%
Net Carbohydrates:38.68g
14.06%
Sugar:8.47g
9.41%
Cholesterol:40.11mg
13.37%
Sodium:1005.12mg
43.7%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.76g
37.53%
Vitamin A:3740.42IU
74.81%
Fiber:13.14g
52.57%
Phosphorus:454.43mg
45.44%
Calcium:386.11mg
38.61%
Vitamin K:38.03µg
36.22%
Manganese:0.63mg
31.55%
Vitamin B2:0.43mg
25.12%
Magnesium:96.06mg
24.01%
Iron:4.01mg
22.26%
Potassium:738.12mg
21.09%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.55%
Folate:71.9µg
17.97%
Zinc:2.58mg
17.17%
Selenium:11.44µg
16.34%
Copper:0.32mg
16.1%
Vitamin C:11.57mg
14.02%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.3%
Vitamin B3:2.62mg
13.09%
Vitamin E:1.43mg
9.55%
Vitamin B12:0.52µg
8.59%
Vitamin B5:0.47mg
4.71%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.42%
Source:My Recipes