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Spinach and cheese enchiladas

Recipe Information

Description:
Spinach and cheese enchiladas is a delicious Mexican recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 30 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 45 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 12 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 12
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 30 Minutes
Total Time 45 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Spinach; Cheese; Tortillas
Category Dairy; Vegetables; Rice & Grains
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Cook Method Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 package frozen spinach, thawed

  • 2 cups shredded cheese

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon cilantro, finely chopped

  • 1 large can of enchilada sauce

  • 12 corn tortillas

  • 1/2 cup cheese

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F.

  • Coat a large pan with the enchilada sauce, reserving some in a bowl to coat the tortillas.

  • Combine the onion, spinach, cilantro, and shredded cheese, and layer this mixture on top of the coated tortillas. Add salt and pepper to taste. Roll each tortilla tightly and place onto the pan.

  • Pour any extra enchilada sauce over the tortillas and sprinkle the 1/2 cup of cheese on top.

  • Bake for 30-40 minutes.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 176 cal

  • Total fat: 9g

  • Saturated fat: 5g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 2g

  • Cholesterol: 25mg

  • Sodium: 482mg

  • Potassium: 147mg

  • Carbohydrate: 16g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Protein: 8g