Italian Vegetable Enchiladas Recipe

A vibrant fusion of Mexican and Italian flavors! These Italian Vegetable Enchiladas offer a surprisingly light and healthy meal packed with vegetables. The creamy ricotta and tangy tomato sauce, combined with sautéed veggies and melted mozzarella, create a symphony of taste in every bite. Easily customizable to your spice preference, this recipe is a fun and satisfying weeknight dinner or weekend treat.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 312.3 kcal
Protein 25g
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Ingredients for Italian Vegetable Enchiladas

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • Mushroom
  • Tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 8 large flour tortillas
  • Mozzarella Cheese

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How to Make Italian Vegetable Enchiladas

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper, 8 oz sliced mushrooms, and 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes. Sauté for 8-10 minutes, until vegetables are softened.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Spread 1 cup ricotta cheese evenly over each of 8 large flour tortillas.
  4. Divide the sautéed vegetables evenly among the tortillas.
  5. Lightly spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  6. Roll up the tortillas and place them seam-down in the prepared baking dish.
  7. Pour the remaining tomato sauce over the enchiladas. Sprinkle with 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes at 350°F (175°C), or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the enchiladas are heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

37 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

13g

Carbs

15g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Italian Vegetable Enchiladas?

Italian Vegetable Enchiladas takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Italian Vegetable Enchiladas?

Italian Vegetable Enchiladas has approximately 312.3 calories per serving, with about 25 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Italian Vegetable Enchiladas?

The key ingredients for Italian Vegetable Enchiladas are Garlic, Onion, Green Pepper, Mushroom, Tomatoes, Oil. See the full list with measurements above.

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