Black Bean and Rice Enchiladas

Black Bean and Rice Enchiladas

These vegetarian black bean and rice enchiladas are just as satisfying as those served in restaurants.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
50 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Yield:
8 servings
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies
  • ¼ cup picante sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 8 (6 inch) flour tortillas, warmed
  • 1 cup salsa
  • ¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Directions

Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 2
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir green pepper, onion, and garlic until tender, about 7 minutes. Stir in beans, tomatoes, picante sauce, chili powder, cumin, and red pepper flakes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, until heated through and mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. Fold in rice and 1 cup Cheddar cheese; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Step 3
Spoon a rounded 1/2 cup bean mixture down the center of each tortilla. Fold sides over filling and roll up. Place enchiladas seam side down in baking dish; spoon salsa over each tortilla. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.

Step 4
Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle with cilantro and 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

322
Calories
11g
Fat
44g
Carbs
13g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 322
% Daily Value *
Total Fat11g 14%
Saturated Fat5g 24%
Cholesterol19mg 6%
Sodium994mg 43%
Total Carbohydrate44g 16%
Dietary Fiber8g 28%
Total Sugars3g
Protein13g
Vitamin C20mg 98%
Calcium224mg 17%
Iron3mg 18%
Potassium501mg 11%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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