Vegetable Enchiladas

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Very Healthy
Health score
66%
Vegetable Enchiladas
45 min.
6
690kcal

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Indulge in a deliciously satisfying meal with these Vegetable Enchiladas, a perfect choice for vegans and health-conscious food lovers alike! Packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this dish promises not only to delight your taste buds but to nourish your body as well.

Imagine layers of succulent roasted sweet potatoes, succulent black beans, and sweet corn, all enveloped in soft, warm corn tortillas, topped with a luscious, zesty enchilada sauce and melty cheese. Each bite will transport you to a Mexican fiesta, brightened by fresh cilantro and creamy avocado slices that cool the heat and complement the spices perfectly.

This recipe is not only vegetarian and gluten-free but also embodies a health-conscious approach with its generous use of whole foods. With a health score of 66, you can enjoy a hearty meal without compromising your dietary goals. Perfect for lunch or dinner, these enchiladas serve six, making them a great option for family gatherings or meal prep for the week.

Ready in just 45 minutes, whipping up these delightful enchiladas is simpler than you might think! Gather your loved ones, roll up your sleeves, and dive into a culinary adventure that combines taste, health, and satisfaction in every delicious bite.

Ingredients

  •  avocado thinly sliced
  • cups brown rice cooked
  • 15 ounces black beans low-sodium rinsed drained canned
  • 1.5 tablespoons chili powder dark
  • 0.5 tablespoon chipotle chili powder 
  • 12 6-inch corn tortillas (es each)
  • ounces enchilada sauce canned
  • sprigs cilantro leaves fresh
  • teaspoons ground cumin 
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • medium onion diced
  • cup pepper jack cheese shredded divided
  • cup corn frozen thawed
  • cup roasted peppers red
  •  spring onion chopped
  • pound sweet potatoes and into diced peeled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 300°F. In a bowl, toss potatoes in 1 tablespoons oil; spreadon a baking sheet.
  2. Bake until potatoes are soft and browned,20 to 25 minutes. Wrap tortillas in foil; bake 10 minutes. In a largepan over medium heat, heat remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil.
  3. Add onion,chili powder, chipotle and cumin; cook until onion is tender,3 to 5 minutes.
  4. Add corn, peppers and black beans; cook5 minutes. Set aside half of corn mixture.
  5. Add potatoes, rice andenchilada sauce to pan; cook 6 minutes.
  6. Place 6 tortillas ona baking sheet.
  7. Spread potato mixture and 1/2 cup cheeseevenly among tortillas. Top with remaining 6 tortillas, remaining1/2 cup cheese and reserved corn mixture; bake 7 minutes.Divide avocado, scallion and cilantro among enchiladas.
  8. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories690kcal
Protein11.77%
Fat23.24%
Carbs64.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
55.04
Glycemic Load
45.34
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
34.91739153862%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.11mg
Epicatechin
0.12mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.15mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
5.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:690.45kcal
34.52%
Fat:18.33g
28.2%
Saturated Fat:5.56g
34.74%
Carbohydrates:115.3g
38.43%
Net Carbohydrates:97.39g
35.41%
Sugar:7.5g
8.33%
Cholesterol:16.76mg
5.59%
Sodium:1149.98mg
50%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.88g
41.77%
Vitamin A:12262.52IU
245.25%
Manganese:3.12mg
156.17%
Fiber:17.91g
71.65%
Phosphorus:588.97mg
58.9%
Magnesium:205.88mg
51.47%
Vitamin B6:0.91mg
45.44%
Vitamin B1:0.55mg
36.52%
Copper:0.66mg
33.16%
Potassium:1134.02mg
32.4%
Folate:119µg
29.75%
Vitamin B3:5.94mg
29.7%
Iron:5.32mg
29.54%
Calcium:284.77mg
28.48%
Vitamin C:23.04mg
27.93%
Zinc:3.76mg
25.1%
Vitamin B5:2.39mg
23.92%
Vitamin K:24.91µg
23.73%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.16%
Vitamin E:2.69mg
17.91%
Selenium:8.39µg
11.98%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.61%
Source:Epicurious