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Southwestern Black Bean Sweet Potato Enchilada Bake

Roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, tortillas, enchilada sauce, and cheese bake into a vegetarian Southwestern dinner casserole.

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Southwestern Black Bean Sweet Potato Enchilada Bake

This is the enchilada bake I make when I want the comfort of saucy tortillas but not the rolling project. Sweet potatoes roast first so they bring caramelized edges instead of steaming inside the casserole.

Black beans make it filling, and a measured amount of cheese keeps the top satisfying without burying the vegetables.

I layer torn tortillas through the bake so every scoop has sauce, beans, and soft edges.

It has the same pantry-friendly spirit as the sazon black bean sweet potato skillet.

This version is more casserole-like, which makes it useful for leftovers and meal prep.

For something else to cook in the same spirit, try Sazon Black Bean Sweet Potato Skillet or Cottage Cheese Green Enchilada Chicken Bake.

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Directions

  1. Heat the oven to 425 F. Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, and 3/4 teaspoon salt.
  2. Roast on a sheet pan for 22 to 24 minutes, until browned and tender.
  3. Reduce the oven to 375 F. Spread 1/2 cup enchilada sauce in a baking dish.
  4. Layer half the tortillas, half the beans, half the sweet potatoes, 3/4 cup cheese, and 1 cup sauce.
  5. Repeat with remaining tortillas, beans, sweet potatoes, sauce, and cheese.
  6. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, until bubbling. Rest 10 minutes.
  7. Top with scallions, cilantro, and lime juice before serving.

Nutrition

Nutrition Information

Estimated per serving: 430 calories, 17 g protein, 62 g carbohydrates, 14 g fat.

Variations

Recipe Variations

- Add roasted poblano strips between the layers.
- Use pepper Jack for more heat.
- Serve with avocado and a spoonful of yogurt or sour cream.

Notes

  • Roasting the sweet potatoes first prevents a watery bake.
  • Use a sauce you like because it seasons the whole dish.
  • Leftovers reheat best covered, then uncovered for the last few minutes.

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