Ingredients
– 1 small zucchini or yellow squash adds gentle sweetness and texture
– 1 red bell pepper provides crisp color and a hint of bitter sweetness
– 1 small red onion gives depth of flavor
– 1 small sweet potato offers earthy carbs
– 1 small head cauliflower boosts fiber and a subtle nutty finish
– 8 oz baby‑bella mushrooms adds umami richness
– 2 Tbsp olive oil helps achieve a perfect roast and adds healthy fats
– 1 ½ cups red enchilada sauce the tangy base that ties everything together
– 8 whole‑wheat tortillas sturdy wrapper
– 15‑oz can black beans, rinsed and drained adds protein, fiber, and a hearty bite
– 3 cups Mexican‑blend shredded cheese melts beautifully for a gooey finish
– fine sea salt for simple seasoning
– freshly‑ground black pepper for simple seasoning
– fresh cilantro for garnish brightening the dish
– diced avocado for garnish brightening the dish
– Mexican crema for garnish brightening the dish
– crumbled cotija cheese for garnish brightening the dish
Notes
🌱 Roast the vegetables a day ahead; store them in the fridge for up to 3 days to deepen flavor
❄️ Assembled uncooked enchiladas freeze well; bake covered 20 min at 350 °F, then uncover for another 20 min after thawing
🔥 Add a dash of hot sauce or fresh chopped chiles to the filling for extra heat
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Make‑ahead: Roasted vegetables can be prepared up to 3 days ahead
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
