Spinach Enchiladas – Low-Fat

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 1
Healthy and delicious Spinach Enchiladas that are low in fat
in Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 packages frozen chopped spinach , thawed
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1/3 cup onion , finely diced
1 can pinto beans or ( 15 ounce ) can black beans , rinsed and drained
3 teaspoons chili powder , divided
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 can low-sodium tomato sauce
2 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
8 corn tortillas
3/4 cup reduced-fat monterey jack cheese
1/4 cup low-fat cheddar cheese
1 dash salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
229
Sugar
4g
Fat
7g
Looking for a healthy and tasty Mexican-style dish? Look no further than these Spinach Enchiladas! These enchiladas are packed with flavor but are low in fat and calories, making them the perfect choice for a healthy and satisfying dinner. Filled with nutrient-rich spinach, beans, and mushrooms, these enchiladas are a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet. The tangy tomato sauce and spicy chili powder add a depth of flavor to the dish that will have you coming back for seconds. Serve with a side salad or brown rice for a complete and well-rounded meal that will leave you feeling full and satisfied.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the mushrooms, onions, and 1 teaspoon of the chili powder until the vegetables are tender, about 7 minutes.
3.Add in the spinach, beans, cumin, and red pepper flakes. Stir until everything is well combined and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
4.In a separate bowl, mix the tomato sauce, water, hot pepper sauce and the remaining 2 teaspoons of chili powder.
5.Spread about 1/3 of the tomato sauce mixture in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Place 1/3 cup of the spinach filling in the center of each tortilla and roll up. Place seam side down in the dish.
6.Pour the remaining tomato sauce mixture over the enchiladas.
7.Bake for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.
8.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

These spinach enchiladas are delicious while being low in fat and calories.

The high fiber content of the beans and spinach help to keep you feeling full and satisfied.

CONS

The dish may be too spicy for some, but feel free to adjust the amount of chili powder and hot pepper sauce used to suit your taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spinach is packed with vitamins and minerals like iron, Vitamin K, and Vitamin C, while beans are a great source of protein and fiber.
Both spinach and beans have been linked to reduced inflammation and improved blood sugar control.

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