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Vegetarian enchilada casserole

Recipe Information

Description:
Vegetarian enchilada casserole is a delicious Mexican recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 45 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 1 hour. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 8 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 8
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 45 Minutes
Total Time 1 Hour
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Black Beans; Cheddar Cheese
Category Beans & Legumes; Dairy
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Cook Method Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chili peppers

  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced

  • 1 (8 ounce) package tempeh, crumbled

  • 6 (6 inch) corn tortillas

  • 1 (19 ounce) can enchilada sauce

  • 1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives

  • 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

  • Preheat an oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

  • Combine the black beans, garlic, onion, chili peppers, jalapeno pepper, and tempeh in a large mixing bowl. Set aside.

  • Pour the enchilada sauce into a separate bowl and dip the tortillas in the sauce. Arrange the tortillas in the baking dish, covering the bottom of the dish as completely as possible.

  • Pour the black bean mixture on top of the tortillas and then drizzle the remaining sauce over all. Sprinkle with olives and shredded cheese.

  • Cover the dish and bake 30 minutes. Remove the cover and bake for another 15 minutes, or when the sauce is bubbling and cheese has melted.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 375 cal

  • Total fat: 24g

  • Saturated fat: 5g

  • Cholesterol: 54mg

  • Sodium: 340mg

  • Carbohydrate: 45g

  • Fiber: 7g

  • Protein: 12g