Impossibly Easy Mexican Mini Veggie Pies

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Impossibly Easy Mexican Mini Veggie Pies
65 min.
6
302kcal

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Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds with a delightful twist on traditional Mexican flavors? Introducing the Impossibly Easy Mexican Mini Veggie Pies, a scrumptious vegetarian and gluten-free dish that’s perfect for any occasion! These mini pies are not only packed with vibrant ingredients but also offer a satisfying blend of textures and tastes that will leave you craving more.

Imagine biting into a warm, golden-brown crust filled with a medley of black beans, sweet corn, and zesty chipotle chiles, all harmoniously combined with fresh cilantro and creamy avocado. Each pie is a burst of flavor, enhanced by the richness of cheddar cheese and a hint of lime juice that brightens every bite. Whether you’re hosting a gathering, looking for a quick weeknight dinner, or simply want to impress your family with a unique dish, these mini veggie pies are the answer.

With a preparation time of just 65 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these delightful treats that serve six people, making them an ideal choice for sharing. Plus, at only 302 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt! So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dish that’s not only easy to make but also a feast for the eyes and the palate. Your friends and family will be asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  •  avocado diced pitted peeled
  • cup black beans rinsed drained (from 15-oz can)
  •  chipotles in adobo chopped (from 7-oz can)
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.5 cup corn frozen
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • pint grape tomatoes cut in half
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • 0.5 cup milk 
  • cup onion chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon oregano dried
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • oz cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup cream sour per pie)
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 
  • 0.5 cup frangelico 
  • 0.5 cup frangelico 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • toothpicks
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375F. Spray 12 regular-size muffin cups with cooking spray.
  2. In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add onion, chiles, frozen corn and garlic; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add oregano, salt, lime juice, beans and cilantro, stirring until combined.
  5. Remove from heat. Cool 5 minutes; stir in cheese.
  6. In medium bowl, stir baking mixture with whisk or fork until blended. Spoon 1 scant tablespoon baking mixture into each muffin cup. Top with about 1/4 cup veggie mixture. Spoon 1 tablespoon baking mixture onto veggie mixture in each muffin cup.
  7. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, and tops are golden brown. With thin knife, loosen sides of pies from pan; remove from pan and place top sides up on cooling rack. Cool 5 minutes, and serve with garnishes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories302kcal
Protein15.42%
Fat56.75%
Carbs27.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
44.5
Glycemic Load
3.47
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
15.344347746476%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.11mg
Epicatechin
0.12mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
0.22mg
Naringenin
0.55mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.25mg
Myricetin
0.13mg
Quercetin
6.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:302.2kcal
15.11%
Fat:19.84g
30.52%
Saturated Fat:7.55g
47.21%
Carbohydrates:21.89g
7.3%
Net Carbohydrates:15.03g
5.47%
Sugar:5.4g
6%
Cholesterol:87.21mg
29.07%
Sodium:360.79mg
15.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.13g
24.26%
Fiber:6.86g
27.43%
Folate:105.15µg
26.29%
Phosphorus:249.2mg
24.92%
Vitamin A:1177.43IU
23.55%
Vitamin C:18.53mg
22.47%
Calcium:216.59mg
21.66%
Vitamin K:21µg
20%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
18.14%
Potassium:631.25mg
18.04%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.72%
Selenium:11.82µg
16.89%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
14.95%
Magnesium:57.6mg
14.4%
Zinc:1.86mg
12.4%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.85%
Vitamin E:1.73mg
11.51%
Vitamin B5:1.13mg
11.35%
Copper:0.21mg
10.69%
Iron:1.57mg
8.74%
Vitamin B12:0.48µg
8.02%
Vitamin B3:1.54mg
7.7%
Vitamin D:0.63µg
4.2%