Vegetable Enchiladas with Red Sauce
These vegetable enchiladas are a delicious and healthy way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The red lentil filling is a great source of protein and fiber, and the homemade red sauce is packed with flavor. The dairy-free cheese adds a creamy touch without the heaviness of traditional cheese. These enchiladas are sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.
The inspiration for these vegetable enchiladas came to me one day when I was browsing the farmers market. I saw the most beautiful red bell peppers and zucchini, and I knew I had to make something special with them. I also had some leftover red lentils in my pantry, and I thought they would be the perfect addition to the filling. The result was these delicious and healthy enchiladas that are now a staple in my dinner rotation.
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Prep time: 30 | Cook time: 45 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • Corn tortillas
  • Red bell peppers
  • Zucchini
  • Onion
  • Red lentil filling
  • Homemade red sauce
  • Dairy-free cheese (such as almond or cashew-based)
  • Fresh cilantro
Instructions
  1. Roast bell peppers and zucchini with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Sauté onion and add red lentils.
  3. Cook lentils until tender, adding vegetable broth or water as needed.
  4. Spread red sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  5. Fill tortillas with roasted vegetables, red lentil filling, and cheese.
  6. Roll up the tortillas and place them in the baking dish.
  7. Cover with remaining red sauce and cheese.
  8. Bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Why It Works
  • Roasting the bell peppers and zucchini intensifies their flavor and gives them a slightly smoky taste.
  • Sautéing the onions adds a sweetness to the filling and helps to brown the lentils.
  • Using vegetable broth or water to cook the lentils ensures that they are tender and flavorful.
  • Spreading red sauce on the bottom of the baking dish prevents the tortillas from sticking and adds extra flavor.
  • Filling the tortillas with roasted vegetables, red lentil filling, and cheese creates a flavorful and satisfying filling.
  • Baking the enchiladas until the cheese is melted and bubbly ensures that they are cooked through and delicious.
  • Garnishing the enchiladas with fresh cilantro adds a pop of color and freshness.