Description
Discover the delight of homemade Black Bean Enchiladas, a perfect blend of black beans, corn, and spices wrapped in soft tortillas. This vegetarian dish is not only quick to prepare—taking just 45 minutes—but also packed with flavor and nutrition. Each bite is a comforting experience, thanks to the gooey melted cheese and vibrant ingredients. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, these enchiladas are sure to impress even the pickiest eaters at your table. Customize them with your favorite toppings for an extra touch.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 large green bell pepper (diced)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 1 (15-oz) can BUSH'S black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 (15-oz) can yellow corn (drained and rinsed)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 cups shredded Mexican-blend cheese (divided)
- 8 (8-inch) flour tortillas (soft-taco size)
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (divided)
- optional toppings: sour cream, cilantro, diced avocados
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350ºF.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds, then add diced onion and green bell pepper; cook for 8 minutes until softened.
- Stir in drained black beans, yellow corn, kosher salt, cumin, oregano, and smoked paprika; heat through for about 3 minutes.
- Combine 1/4 cup enchilada sauce into the filling mixture and remove from heat.
- Warm flour tortillas in the microwave for about 1 minute until pliable.
- Pour 1/4 cup enchilada sauce into a baking dish. Fill each tortilla with the bean mixture and shredded cheese, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the dish.
- Top with remaining sauce and cheese; bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg