No-Roll Mexican Rice Enchiladas

Health score
12%
No-Roll Mexican Rice Enchiladas
65 min.
5
641kcal

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Are you ready to indulge in a deliciously satisfying meal that brings the vibrant flavors of Mexico right to your kitchen? Look no further than these No-Roll Mexican Rice Enchiladas! This delightful dish combines the comforting textures of rice and beans with the zesty kick of enchilada sauce, all wrapped up in soft flour tortillas. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser that will leave your family and friends asking for seconds.

In just 65 minutes, you can create a hearty meal that serves five, making it ideal for gatherings or a cozy family night. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbohydrates, these enchiladas are as nutritious as they are delicious. The golden-brown rice and vermicelli mix, combined with the creamy pinto beans and sweet Southwestern corn, create a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is straightforward and requires minimal equipment. Just gather your ingredients, follow the simple steps, and watch as your kitchen fills with the irresistible aroma of baked enchiladas. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to enjoy a meal that’s not only comforting but also bursting with flavor!

Ingredients

  • 6.4 oz vermicelli spanish with seasonings
  • tablespoons butter 
  • 2.3 cups water 
  • 19 oz enchilada sauce red canned
  • 16 oz pinto beans rinsed drained canned
  • 11 oz corn southwestern style drained canned
  • 8.2 oz flour tortilla soft for tacos and fajitas (10 count
  • oz cheddar cheese shredded finely

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook rice and vermicelli with butter over medium heat until rice mixture is golden brown, stirring frequently. Stir in water and seasoning mix from rice box.
  2. Heat to boiling. Cover; reduce heat to low. Cook 15 to 20 minutes or until rice mixture is tender. Stir in 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce, the pinto beans and corn.
  3. Heat oven to 350°F.
  4. Place about 1/2 cup rice mixture on center of each tortilla; top rice mixture in each tortilla with about 1 tablespoon of the cheese. Fold each in half. Arrange tortillas in 2 rows of 5 in baking dish, placing tortillas open end up, slanting and overlapping.
  5. Pour remaining enchilada sauce evenly over enchiladas. Cover tightly with foil.
  6. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until hot and sauce begins to bubble. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  7. Bake uncovered about 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories641kcal
Protein14.51%
Fat32.16%
Carbs53.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.4
Glycemic Load
28.76
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
17.873043309087%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:640.64kcal
32.03%
Fat:22.75g
35.01%
Saturated Fat:10.3g
64.39%
Carbohydrates:84.88g
28.29%
Net Carbohydrates:76.67g
27.88%
Sugar:10.39g
11.55%
Cholesterol:43.09mg
14.36%
Sodium:2020.49mg
87.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.1g
46.2%
Phosphorus:460.29mg
46.03%
Calcium:422.09mg
42.21%
Manganese:0.74mg
37.19%
Fiber:8.21g
32.85%
Selenium:22.65µg
32.36%
Vitamin A:1217.78IU
24.36%
Iron:4.33mg
24.04%
Folate:90.6µg
22.65%
Vitamin B1:0.31mg
20.84%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
18.09%
Zinc:2.57mg
17.16%
Magnesium:63.95mg
15.99%
Vitamin B3:2.92mg
14.59%
Copper:0.27mg
13.57%
Potassium:432.64mg
12.36%
Vitamin B12:0.56µg
9.39%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.41%
Vitamin K:6.39µg
6.08%
Vitamin E:0.8mg
5.36%
Vitamin C:3.86mg
4.68%
Vitamin B5:0.34mg
3.36%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%