Easy Zucchini Enchiladas Loaded with Flavor
Easy Zucchini Enchiladas Loaded with Flavor are a delectable twist on traditional enchiladas, featuring tender zucchini filled with a savory mixture of black beans, corn, and melted cheese. Drizzled with rich enchilada sauce and baked to perfection, this nutritious dish is customizable for any palate. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, these enchiladas promise to delight your taste buds and leave everyone wanting more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Optional toppings: sour cream and fresh avocado slices
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.
- Slice zucchinis lengthwise and scoop out some flesh, leaving enough to hold the filling.
- In a bowl, mix black beans, corn, 1 cup cheese, and half of the enchilada sauce.
- Fill each zucchini half with the mixture. Place in the baking dish and drizzle remaining sauce on top. Sprinkle with leftover cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25–30 minutes. Uncover for an additional 5 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Serve hot with avocado and sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed zucchini half (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg