Description
Zucchini Enchiladas are a delicious and healthy twist on traditional enchiladas, using zucchini slices instead of tortillas.
Ingredients
- 2 large zucchinis
- 1 pound ground turkey or beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Slice the zucchinis lengthwise into thin strips to create ‘noodles.’ Use a mandoline or a sharp knife for even slices.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey or beef until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the black beans, corn, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Take a zucchini slice, add a spoonful of the meat mixture, and roll it up. Place the rolled zucchini seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining zucchini slices and filling.
- Once all the zucchini rolls are in the dish, pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground meat with sautéed mushrooms or lentils.
- Add diced bell peppers or spinach to the meat mixture for extra vegetables and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg