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Sweet Potato & Black Bean Enchiladas

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: Serves 8 enchiladas 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Description

Enjoy a vibrant blend of flavors in these Sweet Potato & Black Bean Enchiladas, where roasted sweet potatoes and hearty black beans meet a zesty sauce and melted cheese.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease an oven-safe baking dish.
  2. Toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast on a baking sheet for about 25 minutes until tender.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Combine roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, sautéed onion, and garlic in a large bowl.
  5. Warm tortillas in the microwave for about 30 seconds to make them pliable.
  6. Spoon filling into each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
  7. Pour enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  8. Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Customize your filling by adding corn or swapping black beans for pinto beans. For extra flavor, consider adding jalapeños or chipotle sauce to the filling.