Vegetarian Enchilada Bake using Left Over Corn Chips or Tortillas

by thebikinibakery

I love leftovers. They’re so convenient when you’re low on time. What I don’t love is the leftover corn chips in the bottom of the bag. Too small to dip, they often just stale away in the cupboard or get tossed. I found a tasty way to enjoy them!

Enchiladas are tortillas rolled with a filling inside, baked and smothered in a sauce. This is basically a deconstructed, healthier version of an enchilada!

I adapted this recipe from Two Peas & Their Pod. I felt like it needed to be a little more “enchilada like” to really satisfy my craving. I had those bottom-of-the-bag corn chips taking up room in the cupboard and layered them in the bottom of the pan. Walah! That was enough to make it more “enchilada like”.

I used my enchilada sauce recipe. You can make the sauce a day or two in advance and keep it in an air tight container in the refrigerator. This is a fun, hearty meal that can be made during the week and easily reheated. It’s definitely become a staple in my household!

Vegetarian Enchilada Bake using Left Over Corn Chips or Tortillas

Serves: 8 Prep Time: Cooking Time:
Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat
Rating: 5.0/5
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Ingredients

  • Quinoa
  • 3/4 cup quinoa - rinsed
  • 1.5 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • Vegetable Mixture
  • 1 Tbsp vegetable or olive oil
  • 3/4 cup onion - peeled and diced (about 1 small onion, white, red, or yellow onion works)
  • 1 bell pepper - diced (green, red, or yellow pepper works)
  • 1 zucchini - diced about 1/2" thick
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3 garlic cloves - minced
  • 2 cups chopped spinach
  • 1 cup corn kernals - frozen, fresh or canned
  • 1 can black beans
  • 1.5 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 1/4 - 2 1/2 cups enchilada sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups grated extra sharp cheddar cheese (optional)
  • Toppings like low fat greek yogurt, chopped scallions, avocado, cilantro, sliced jalapeños (all optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the enchilada sauce.
  2. Measure the quinoa out and rinse it.  Place it in a small sauce pot along with the broth and 1/4 tsp salt.  Turn the heat up to medium/high and bring to a boil.  Once it starts to boil turn the heat down to low and place the lid on the pot.  Let simmer for about 12-15 minutes.
  3. Preheat the oven to 350F.
  4. Place corn chips or tortillas in a single layer on the bottom of a 13" X 9" pan.
  5. Heat 1 Tbsp oil in a large pot over medium heat.  Add onions.  Cook for 2 minutes.  Add the bell pepper, zucchini, garlic, salt, cracked pepper and spices.  Cook 4-5 minutes.
  6. Add the spinach, corn and black beans to the pan.  Continue to cook until the spinach has shriveled up, about 2 minutes.
  7. Add the cooked quinoa and enchilada sauce to the pot with the vegetables.  Stir until everything is thoroughly combined.  Scoop mixture into the corn chip/tortilla lined baking dish.
  8. Sprinkle cheese on top if using.
  9. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted.  Serve with toppings if using.  Enjoy!
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