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Black Bean Quinoa Enchilada Bake

Black Bean Quinoa Enchilada Bake

This Black Bean Quinoa Enchilada Bake is a delicious and nutritious dish packed with flavor and is perfect for a hearty meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings
Calories 221 kcal

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large skillet
  • 9x13 baking dish

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 jalapeño seeds and ribs removed, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper seeds removed, diced
  • 1 orange or yellow bell pepper seeds removed, diced
  • 1 cup corn frozen kernels
  • 1 small lime Juice of
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • cup chopped cilantro
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 30 oz canned black beans rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese
  • Toppings Sliced green onions, avocado, sour cream, cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  • Add quinoa and water to a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Boil for 5 minutes. Turn the heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Cover quinoa and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat the tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, and jalapeño. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add in the peppers and corn. Cook for about 3-4 minutes. Add the lime juice, cumin, chili powder, and cilantro. Stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • In a large bowl, add the cooked quinoa and black beans. Add the sautéed vegetable mixture and stir to combine. Pour in the enchilada sauce and stir. Add ½ cup shredded cheese.
  • Pour the black bean and quinoa mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with remaining shredded cheese. Cover the pan with foil. Bake for 20 minutes, then remove foil. Bake an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and edges are bubbling. Remove from the oven, and let cool for 10 minutes. Garnish with toppings, if desired. Serve warm.
  • Note-this recipe freezes well! If you need the recipe to be gluten-free make sure you use a gluten-free enchilada sauce. We like to serve it with tortilla chips.

Notes

This recipe freezes well! If you need it to be gluten-free, use a gluten-free enchilada sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 221kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 12gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 917mgPotassium: 404mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1540IUVitamin C: 37.4mgCalcium: 188mgIron: 2.5mg
Keyword bake, black bean, enchilada, Healthy, quinoa, vegetarian
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