Enchilada Bake
USDA Mixing Bowl
Enchiladas are a traditional Latin dish consisting of corn tortillas wrapped around a filling, then baked in a sauce. This recipe is a quick and hearty vegetarian version.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Course Entree, Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 10
Calories 180 kcal
- 1 large onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 can (15-ounce) low-sodium black beans
- 1 can (15-ounce) low-sodium corn
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 2 cups salsa, divided
- 10 corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Wipe off tops of cans before opening.
Dice onion and peel and chop garlic. Drain and rinse black beans and corn. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add beans, corn, cumin and 1/2 cup of the salsa. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently and lightly mashing the beans.
Remove skillet from heat. Spread 1/2 cup of salsa into the bottom of an 11x8 baking dish which has been coated with cooking spray.
Scoop 1/3 cup of mixture onto each tortilla and roll up. Place rolled tortilla, seam side down, into the prepared baking dish. Repeat until all tortillas are filled and in the dish.
Top tortillas with remaining 1 cup of salsa. Cover with foil and bake for 15-20 minutes. Uncover, top with cheese, and bake a few minutes longer until cheese is melted.
Smart Shopping Tips
- Casseroles like this are great for making ahead of time and freezing. Try doubling the recipe and preparing a second casserole to freeze and pull out for busy nights.
- Store brands of canned vegetables are usually cheaper than name brand. Look for low or reduced sodium varieties.
Cooking & Serving Tips:
- Warm tortillas in the oven or microwave before using so that they are easier to roll.
- Instead of rolling the tortillas, you could also layer the tortillas and filling like a lasagna.
- Add shredded chicken or lean ground beef for extra protein.
- There are many different fillings and sauces that you can use to make enchiladas. Experiment with different varieties to find your family’s favorite!
- Used 2% Shredded Mexican cheese or Pepper Jack cheese for a different flavor.