Farmers Market Vegetarian Enchiladas (Print Version)

Colorful enchiladas packed with vegetables, black beans, and cheese in a tangy tomato sauce, baked to perfection.

# Components:

→ 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 and Assembly

12 - 1 (15 oz) 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

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and bell pepper for 3 minutes. Add zucchini, corn, and mushrooms; cook for 5 to 6 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper; cook for 1 minute more.
03 - Remove skillet from heat. Stir in black beans and chopped cilantro. Allow mixture to cool slightly, then fold in 1 cup of shredded cheese.
04 - In a medium saucepan, combine tomato sauce, tomato paste, vegetable broth, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes and adjust seasoning as needed.
05 - Spread 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce evenly over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spoon about 1/2 cup of the vegetable filling onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
06 - Pour remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas. Sprinkle with the remaining shredded cheese.
07 - Cover dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden.
08 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with optional toppings such as sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, sour cream or Greek yogurt, jalapeños, and lime wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bright, seasonal vegetables provide fresh and wholesome flavors.
  • Black beans add protein and hearty texture for a satisfying meal.
  • Homemade enchilada sauce blends smoky spices with tangy tomato for depth.
  • Easy to prepare and perfect for batch cooking or family dinners.
02 -
  • Use a heavy-bottomed skillet to evenly cook the vegetables without burning.
  • Adjust spice levels in the enchilada sauce to suit your preference.
  • To prevent tortillas from cracking, warm them briefly before assembling.
  • Make the sauce ahead of time to deepen its flavor.
  • Use a sharp knife to dice vegetables uniformly for even cooking.
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