Farmers Market Vegetarian Enchiladas (View Print Version)

Vibrant enchiladas filled with seasonal vegetables, black beans, and cheese baked in tangy sauce.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1 small red onion, diced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
05 - 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
06 - 1 cup mushrooms, chopped
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
11 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Filling & Assembly

12 - 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
13 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese, divided
15 - 8 medium flour or corn tortillas

→ Enchilada Sauce

16 - 2 cups tomato sauce
17 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
18 - 1 cup vegetable broth
19 - 2 teaspoons chili powder
20 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
21 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
22 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
23 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
24 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Optional Toppings

25 - Sliced avocado
26 - Fresh cilantro
27 - Sour cream or Greek yogurt
28 - Sliced jalapeños
29 - Lime wedges

# Method:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell pepper; sauté for 3 minutes. Incorporate zucchini, corn, and mushrooms; cook for 5 to 6 minutes while stirring frequently until softened. Add minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper; cook for an additional minute.
03 - Remove skillet from heat and fold in drained black beans and chopped cilantro. Allow to cool slightly, then stir in one cup of shredded cheese.
04 - Combine tomato sauce, tomato paste, vegetable broth, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium, bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, adjusting seasoning to taste.
05 - Spread 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce evenly over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
06 - Place approximately 1/2 cup of the vegetable filling onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and position seam-side down in the baking dish.
07 - Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas uniformly and sprinkle with the remaining shredded cheese.
08 - Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
09 - Remove foil and bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes or until the cheese bubbles and develops a golden crust.
10 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with optional toppings as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bursting with colorful & healthy vegetables for peak freshness
  • Easily adaptable for vegan or gluten-free diets
02 -
  • For gluten free enchiladas, use corn tortillas instead of flour
  • Dairy free cheese and plant based yogurt can make this vegan
03 -
  • Let the enchiladas rest for a few minutes before serving for easier slicing
  • Switch up the vegetables based on what is in season or what you have on hand
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