Sweet Potato Black Bean Enchiladas (Print)

Roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, kale, and cheese baked together with zesty enchilada sauce in one pan.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 3 cups)
02 - 2 cups chopped kale, tough stems removed
03 - 1 small red onion, diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Beans

05 - 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed

→ Spices & Seasonings

06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
08 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - ½ teaspoon salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Assembly

12 - 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
13 - 8 small corn or flour tortillas (gluten-free if needed)
14 - 1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)

→ Garnishes (optional)

15 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - Sliced avocado
17 - Lime wedges
18 - Sour cream or Greek yogurt

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and lightly grease a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish.
02 - In a large bowl, combine diced sweet potatoes, chopped kale, red onion, and garlic with olive oil, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the vegetable mixture evenly in the skillet and roast for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until sweet potatoes are tender.
04 - Remove skillet from oven and stir in black beans and ½ cup of enchilada sauce until combined with the vegetables.
05 - Warm tortillas briefly in the microwave or a dry skillet to make them pliable.
06 - Spoon approximately ⅓ cup of filling onto each tortilla, roll them up, and arrange seam-side down in the skillet on top of the remaining vegetable mixture.
07 - Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
08 - Return skillet to oven and bake for 15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
09 - Optionally garnish with chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, lime wedges, and a dollop of sour cream. Serve warm.

# Chef Secrets:

01 -
  • Packed with flavorful vegetables and protein-rich beans
  • Gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly for versatile dining
02 -
  • To make vegan use dairy-free cheese or omit cheese.
  • Always check ingredient labels if you have dietary restrictions.
03 -
  • Swap spinach for kale if desired, or add jalapeño for extra heat.
  • Pair with a crisp Mexican lager or light red wine for a perfect meal.
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