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zucchini enchiladas

Delicious vegetarian zucchini enchiladas baked with cheese and flavorful sauce, perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 medium scallions (chopped)
  • 0.25 cup cilantro (chopped)
  • 2 medium zucchinis (grated)
  • 0.5 cup grated reduced fat mexican blend cheese
  • 4 8-inch flour tortillas
  • 1 cups tomato sauce
  • 0.25 tsp chipotle chili powder
  • 0.25 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 cup fat free vegetable broth
  • kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a medium saucepan, spray oil and sauté garlic. Add chipotle chili, chili powder, cumin, broth, tomato sauce, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5-10 minutes. Set aside until ready to use.
  • Spray a baking dish with nonstick spray. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • In a medium nonstick skillet, sauté garlic and scallions in olive oil over medium heat for about 3 minutes; add zucchini and cilantro, salt, and pepper to taste, and cook until all liquid evaporates, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and add 1/2 cup cheese; mix well.
  • Divide zucchini mixture among tortillas, roll, and place seam side down in the baking dish.
  • Top with enchilada sauce (may not use all) and remaining cheese, then bake until hot and cheese melts, about 20 minutes.
  • Serve with chopped cilantro, scallions, and optionally with reduced-fat sour cream. Enjoy!

Notes

For a vegetarian and healthy meal, these zucchini enchiladas are simple to prepare and delicious.