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Vegetarian Black Bean Enchiladas

Savor the Flavor: Vegetarian Black Bean Enchiladas Delight

Delight in the flavors of Vegetarian Black Bean Enchiladas, wrapped in tortillas and bursting with black beans, corn, and cheese.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups cooked black beans canned or homemade
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 medium bell pepper any variety
  • 1 medium red onion or yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic fresh minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder adjust for spice preference
  • 1 cup cooked rice leftover rice works
For the Enchiladas
  • 8 pieces corn/flour tortillas use corn for gluten-free
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or vegan
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or another cooking oil
For Garnishing
  • 0.5 cups fresh cilantro optional
  • 2 pieces lime wedges optional for serving

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced red onion and bell pepper for 5 to 7 minutes until softened.
  3. Add minced garlic, ground cumin, and chili powder. Cook for an additional minute.
  4. Mix in cooked black beans, corn kernels, and cooked rice. Heat through for 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. Spread enchilada sauce at the bottom of a baking dish.
  6. Warm tortillas slightly. Fill each with black bean filling, rolling them seam-side down in the dish.
  7. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the tortillas and sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is golden.
  9. Allow to cool for a few minutes, garnish with cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.
  10. Enjoy your Vegetarian Black Bean Enchiladas!

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 7gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These Vegetarian Black Bean Enchiladas are customizable to suit individual tastes and dietary preferences.

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