Black Bean Enchiladas - Karissa's Vegan Kitchen (2024)

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Black bean enchiladas are one of my all-time favorite dinners! This recipe is full of veggies and high in protein, making them nutritious and delicious. Enjoy with a side of rice and vegan refried beans or corn on the cob!

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These enchiladas are full of flavor and texture. They can be made ahead of time which makes them great for meal prepping! I love to top mine with vegan sour cream (it balances that spicy enchilada sauce) or vegan shredded cheese.

You can easily omit or add any ingredients, which makes this recipe very customizable to your preferences! Enjoy for a simple dinner or meal prep for lunch.

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Ingredients

Find the amounts and detailed instructions in the recipe card below.

  • Onions and garlic – both fragrant ingredients that offer delicious flavor.
  • Zucchini – I love adding zucchini to these enchiladas for some texture variation and crunch!
  • Green chiles – Chiles add a burst of incredible flavor and a little spice to this dish.
  • Black beans – The shining star of these enchiladas! Black beans are high in protein and fiber which are super satisfying.
  • Tomato paste – This adds flavor and also helps the filling stick together.
  • Enchilada sauce – I always use store-bought enchilada sauce to make life easier! My favorite brand is A La Orden.
  • Tortillas – I prefer flour tortillas for this recipe as they are sturdy enough to hold the filling. Taco-sized tortillas are the perfect size to fit the enchiladas snuggly into a baking dish.
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How to Make Black Bean Enchiladas

You can get the full, printable recipe in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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Step 1: Heat oil in a large pan on medium heat and add in the chopped onion and zucchini. Sauté until the onion is translucent and the zucchini is tender (about 5-10 minutes.)

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Step 2: Add in the garlic and sauté for an additional 2 minutes.

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Step 3: Stir in green chiles, black beans, tomato paste, and salt.

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Step 4: Heat until warm. Taste test time! Does it need more salt?

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Step 5: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Add 1/4 cup of the enchilada sauce to the bottom of a 9×13 baking dish.

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Step 6: Roll the black bean filling up into the tortillas. I add about 1/3-1/2 cup of filling into each. Place the enchiladas into the dish

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Step 7: top with the remaining enchilada sauce. Add on shredded vegan cheese if desired.

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Step 8: Bake for 20 minutes. Serve with optional toppings like sour cream and cilantro.

Variations

There are so many ways to make enchiladas according to your own preferences or what you have on hand.

  • You can use pinto beans instead of black beans.
  • Don’t like/have zucchini? Substitute with another vegetable like broccoli, cauliflower or corn.
  • Substitute the fresh onions and garlic with their powder versions. A teaspoon or two of each mixed in along with the beans will work.
  • To make this recipe gluten-free, try Siete tortillas.
  • I love traditional red enchilada sauce, but you can also use green enchilada sauce.
  • To omit the oil, substitute with a couple tablespoons of vegetable stock.
  • Add in some vegan refried beans for creaminess.

Meal Prepping

I swear these black bean enchiladas are always better leftover, which makes them perfect for meal prepping! Make them as described in the recipe card and keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or in the oven for about 20 minutes at 350°F. I like to add a little extra enchilada sauce on top when reheating so they aren’t dried out.

Storing and Freezing

  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze wrapped in foil in an airtight container or Ziploc bag for up to 3 months. If you plan on freezing from the start, I recommend leaving off the enchilada sauce and cheese. Add them on when you reheat!
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Black Bean Enchiladas

Karissa Besaw

These black bean enchiladas with veggies are really simple to make. Enjoy them for a nutritious vegetarian dinner or meal prep them for lunches!

4.98 from 36 votes

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine Mexican, Vegan

Servings 6

Calories 126 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil like olive oil
  • ½ medium yellow onion peeled and chopped
  • 1 medium zucchini chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 (4-ounce) can green chiles
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 (10-ounce) can enchilada sauce
  • 6 taco-sized soft tortillas
  • vegan cheese optional
  • more optional toppings: vegan sour cream, cilantro, or parsley.

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a medium pot on medium heat and add in onion and zucchini. Sauté until the onion is translucent and the zucchini is tender, about 5-10 minutes. Add in garlic and sauté for an additional 2 minutes.

  • Stir in green chiles, black beans, tomato paste, and salt. Heat until warm. Taste test – does it need more salt for your preference?

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.

  • Add 1/4 cup of the enchilada sauce to the bottom of a 9×13 baking dish. Spread evenly.

  • Roll the black bean filling up into the tortillas. I add about 1/3-1/2 cup of filling into each. Place the enchiladas into the dish and top with the remaining enchilada sauce. Top with cheese if desired.

  • Bake for 20 minutes. Serve with optional toppings.

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Nutrition

Calories: 126kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 329mgPotassium: 181mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 106IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 1mg

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FAQs

What is vegan enchiladas made of? ›

The filling here is a hearty mixture of mushrooms, peppers, and black beans. I roll it up in corn tortillas and then smother them with red enchilada sauce and homemade vegan nacho cheese. Before serving, I sprinkle garnishes like jalapeños, radishes, and avocado on top.

Are Amy's enchiladas vegan? ›

Two tortillas made from ground organic corn, filled with a blend of organic black beans, tofu and veggies, covered with our traditional Mexican-style enchilada sauce. Gluten free, vegan and dairy free, but full of great flavor.

What is typically in an enchilada? ›

It's a mix of meat or beans, fresh vegetables, loads of cheese, an array of sauces, and tortillas large enough to roll and fill. Toppings like guacamole, sour cream, and coriander amplify the enjoyment. If you're going to be an enchilada chef, your first ingredient would be soft tortillas.

Why are they called divorced enchiladas? ›

They are called 'divorced' enchiladas because one is covered in green salsa and the other in red salsa! Subscribe to our free CTP download, to be kept up to date with all cookery items.

What is the secret to non soggy enchiladas? ›

To prevent your tortillas from tearing or becoming soggy, quickly fry each corn tortilla in any oil you like for about 10 seconds on each side, until it starts to get crispy but is still pliable. This will add a barrier that will keep the tortilla from absorbing too much sauce, and also adds a little extra flavor.

Are black beans healthier than regular beans? ›

As you can see from the nutrient breakdown chart of black beans vs. pinto beans, they are almost the same with only very slight nutritional differences. They both have 15 grams of protein and 15 grams of fiber per cup.

Are black beans healthier than other beans? ›

Black Beans. Black beans boast high levels of magnesium and folate, two essential nutrients. “Compared to other beans, regular consumption of black beans has been associated with improved vascular health (think: arteries and veins) and cholesterol levels,” Parlitsis says.

Are black beans high or low quality? ›

As you can see, black beans are exceptionally high in fiber and plant-based protein, two nutrients that help lower chronic disease risk and that many Westernized diets lack ( 1 ). Their protein is highly digestible, with a digestibility of 79%.

Who owns Amy's vegan? ›

Fiercely Independent. In 1987, Andy and Rachel Berliner made the first pot pie right out of their family home. Years later, not much has changed, except the size of our pots.

Is Trader Joe's vegan enchilada Gluten free? ›

This product may or may not be gluten free as it lists 1 ingredient that could contain gluten depending on the source.

Is La Victoria enchilada sauce vegan? ›

LA VICTORIA enchilada sauce (MSRP: $2.99) is made with ripened chiles picked at the peak of perfection and contains no artificial flavors, colors, preservatives or MSG, plus it's vegan, gluten-free and certified kosher.

Why do Mexicans eat enchiladas? ›

The roots of enchilada date back to the Aztec Empire. Its long history goes way back to pre-Columbian days when eating foods wrapped in a tortilla was the most popular way to eat in the Aztec Empire, particularly in the region of Mexico by the Yucatan.

Do you bake enchiladas covered or uncovered? ›

Arrange enchiladas, seam-side down, in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Top with taco sauce and remaining 3/4 cup Cheddar cheese. Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, until cheese has melted, about 20 minutes. Let cool briefly before serving.

What is Mexican vegan food? ›

Major Mexican food staples that define the country's history and character are maize, beans, and chilli peppers…and they are all vegan and easily found in most dishes! Guacamole, salsa, and lime also add depth, flavour, and tanginess to dishes like tacos, chilaquiles, and enchiladas.

Are tortillas vegan friendly? ›

Yes, tortilla wraps are completely vegan-friendly. They're made from either wheat or corn flour, vegetable oil and salt. There was a stretch of time where lard was often included for mass production purposes, but thankfully for those of us on a plant-based diet, this is no longer in practice. Hungry for more?

What is an authentic enchilada made of? ›

This Mexican enchiladas recipe is the real thing. Corn tortillas are dipped in a homemade sauce, fried, filled with Mexican queso fresco, then topped with sour cream, lettuce, and tomato. My mother-in-law is from Mexico and taught me to make this delicious dish.

Is cheese vegan? ›

You may be asking yourself, what types of cheese can I eat? Vegans can eat cheese that is comprised of plant-based ingredients like soybeans, peas, cashews, coconut, or almonds. The most common types of vegan cheeses are cheddar, gouda, parmesan, mozzarella, and cream cheese that can be found in non-dairy forms.

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