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Veggie Enchiladas

Delicious and hearty veggie enchiladas packed with vibrant vegetables and wrapped in soft tortillas. A cozy meal the whole family will love!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons butter or oil
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 each red bell pepper seeded and chopped
  • 2 medium zucchinis chopped (or yellow squash)
  • 1.5 cups diced frozen hashbrown potatoes thawed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 14-16 each corn tortillas
  • 2 cups homemade green enchilada sauce or red enchilada sauce
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Spatula
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Start by heating the butter or oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper, cooking for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften. Next, add the chopped zucchini (or yellow squash) and the thawed hashbrowns. Sprinkle in the ground cumin and garlic powder, stirring everything together. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the veggies are tender and fragrant.
  2. While the vegetables are cooking, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). To make the tortillas more pliable, you can warm them in a dry skillet for a few seconds on each side or wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for about 30 seconds.
  3. Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Take a warmed tortilla, place a generous spoonful of the sautéed veggie mixture in the center, and sprinkle with cheese. Roll the tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat this process until all tortillas are filled and arranged in the dish.
  4. Once all the enchiladas are in the baking dish, pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the top, ensuring each enchilada is well-coated. Sprinkle the shredded Mexican cheese blend generously over the sauce.
  5. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil (if desired) and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the tortillas are slightly crispy.

Notes

  • Mix and match vegetables based on what you have on hand.
  • Add diced jalapeños for a spicy kick.
  • These enchiladas can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking.
  • Consider adding black beans or pinto beans for extra protein.