Pineapple-Black Bean Enchiladas

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 1
Sweet and tangy Pineapple-Black Bean Enchiladas recipe
in Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 large yellow onion , chopped ( about 1 cup )
1 medium red bell pepper , chopped ( about 1 cup )
1 can pineapple tidbits , drained
1/3 cup pineapple juice , reserved
1 can progresso black beans , drained , rinsed
1 can old el paso chopped green chilies
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 cups shredded low-fat cheddar cheese
1 can Old El Paso mild enchilada sauce
8 whole wheat flour tortillas
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
8 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
279
Sugar
7g
Fat
10g
Pineapple-Black Bean Enchiladas are a tasty and colorful Mexican-inspired dish that can add some tropical flavor to any dinner table. In this recipe, the sweet and tangy pineapple complements the savory black beans, vegetables, and spices. The enchiladas are then baked to perfection with enchilada sauce and cheese. This recipe is great for a weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends and family. The dish can be served with rice, guacamole, and salsa for a complete meal. It's a healthy and easy-to-make recipe that is suitable for vegetarians and meat lovers alike.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add in the chopped onion and red bell pepper, sauté until softened.
3.Then, add in the drained pineapple tidbits, reserved pineapple juice, black beans, green chilies, and salt. Cook until heated through for about 5 minutes.
4.Remove the skillet from heat and stir in 1/2 cup fresh cilantro and 2 cups shredded low-fat cheddar cheese.
5.In a separate saucepan, heat the enchilada sauce over low heat.
6.On a work surface, lay a tortilla and spread 1/2 cup of the filling mixture along the center. Roll up the tortilla and place it seam-side down in a baking dish.
7.Repeat for the remaining tortillas and filling mixture.
8.Pour the enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas. Then sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese on top.
9.Bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the enchiladas are heated through.

PROS

These enchiladas are colorful, flavorful, and has a perfect balance of sweet and tangy taste.

They are vegetarian-friendly, low-fat, and high in protein and fiber due to the black beans and vegetables.

This recipe can be easily customized to suit individual tastes and dietary preferences.

CONS

It can be time-consuming to chop all the vegetables for the filling, but it is worth the effort.

The tortillas can get soggy from the sauce if they are left sitting for too long.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pineapple is rich in disease-fighting antioxidants and vitamin C. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that may provide health benefits such as reducing the risk of heart disease and improving digestion. Black beans are high in fiber, protein, and various vitamins and minerals such as folate and magnesium. These can help to lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.