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Vegetarian Enchiladas with Black Beans and Corn Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Vegetarian Enchiladas with Black Beans and Corn are a flavorful and satisfying meal packed with a mix of veggies, beans, and gooey cheese, all wrapped in a warm tortilla and topped with a zesty enchilada sauce.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 large green pepper, diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 15 oz black beans, drained
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 large lime, juiced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Other Ingredients:

  • 10 large flour tortillas
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese (divided: 1/2 cup for filling, 1 cup for topping)
  • 8 oz enchilada sauce
  • Avocado, for serving
  • Fresh lime juice, for serving
  • Sour cream, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Aromatics: Combine onion, garlic, green pepper, olive oil, and salt in a skillet. Cook until onion is translucent.
  2. Add Veggies and Beans: Stir in corn, then add black beans, cream cheese, spices, lime juice, and remaining seasonings. Mix well.
  3. Assemble Enchiladas: Fill and roll tortillas with the mixture, place in a baking dish seam-side down.
  4. Add Sauce and Cheese: Pour enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and top with shredded cheese.
  5. Bake: Bake in a preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Serve: Top with lime juice, avocado, and sour cream if desired.

Notes

  • Warming tortillas makes assembly easier.
  • Broiling at the end gives a golden top.
  • Customize with extra veggies like zucchini or mushrooms.
  • Gluten-free option: Use gluten-free tortillas.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 630 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 7 g
  • Protein: 15 g
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg