Vegetarian Black Bean Enchiladas
Ingredients
Roasted Veggies
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1
large
sweet potato, peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes
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2
medium
poblano peppers or red peppers, cut into 1-inch squares
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1
tablespoon
olive oil
-
to taste
fine sea salt and freshly ground pepper
Homemade Red Enchilada Sauce
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3
tablespoons
whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour
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1
tablespoon
chili powder or Ancho chile powder
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1
teaspoon
smoked paprika
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1
teaspoon
ground cumin
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½
teaspoon
garlic powder
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¼
teaspoon
kosher salt
-
a pinch
ground cinnamon
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2
tablespoons
tomato paste
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2
cups
vegetable broth or water
-
3
tablespoons
olive oil
-
1
teaspoon
apple cider vinegar or distilled white vinegar
-
to taste
freshly ground pepper
Enchiladas
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1
15-ounce can
black beans, drained and rinsed
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⅓
cup
sour cream, plus more for serving
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½
teaspoon
fine sea salt
-
to taste
freshly ground pepper
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6 to 8
whole grain tortillas (8-inch)
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1
cup
shredded Monterrey Jack cheese (4 ounces) or a blend of cheeses
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¼
cup
raw pepitas (optional)
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1
medium
avocado, sliced into thin strips
-
to taste
chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and prepare a baking dish.
- Roast the sweet potatoes and poblanos with olive oil, salt, and pepper until tender and caramelized.
- Prepare the enchilada sauce by heating oil, adding spices and flour, then mixing in tomato paste and broth until thickened.
- In a bowl, combine the roasted veggies, black beans, and sour cream for the filling.
- Assemble the enchiladas by placing filling in tortillas, rolling them up, and placing them in the baking dish with sauce.
- Top with remaining sauce and cheese, then bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly, garnish with avocado and cilantro, and serve with sour cream.
Nutrition Facts (estimated)
Servings
4 to 6
Calories
474
Total fat
32g
Total carbohydrates
41g
Total protein
9g
Sodium
949mg
Cholesterol
10mg
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