Sweet Potato Black Bean Enchiladas (Printable)

Roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, and kale baked together with zesty sauce and melted cheese.

# Ingredient list:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 3 cups)
02 - 2 cups chopped kale, stems removed
03 - 1 small red onion, diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Beans

05 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

→ Spices & Seasonings

06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Assembly

12 - 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
13 - 8 small corn or flour tortillas (gluten-free if desired)
14 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)

→ Garnishes (optional)

15 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - Sliced avocado
17 - Lime wedges
18 - Sour cream or Greek yogurt

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish.
02 - In a large bowl, combine diced sweet potatoes, kale, red onion, and garlic. Toss with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread vegetable mixture evenly in the skillet. Roast for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until sweet potatoes are tender.
04 - Remove skillet from oven. Add black beans and 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce to vegetables and gently mix.
05 - Warm tortillas briefly in microwave or dry pan until pliable.
06 - Spoon about 1/3 cup filling onto each tortilla, roll up, and place seam-side down on top of remaining filling in the skillet.
07 - Pour remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
08 - Return skillet to oven and bake for 15 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.
09 - Top with cilantro, avocado slices, lime wedges, and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pan convenience means fewer dishes to clean
  • Packed with nutritious veggies and protein for a balanced meal
02 -
  • Make this gluten-free by using certified GF tortillas
  • Dairy-free cheese makes it fully vegan and allergy-friendly
03 -
  • Add diced jalapeño for extra spice
  • Swap spinach for kale for a new flavor twist
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