Heart-Healthy Beef Enchiladas

Satisfy your Tex-Mex cravings guilt-free with these Heart-Healthy Beef Enchiladas! Made with lean ground beef, high-fiber whole wheat tortillas, and protein-packed low-sodium black beans, this recipe is designed to deliver bold flavor without compromising your health goals. A fragrant blend of red bell peppers, chopped tomatoes, onion, garlic, and spices like cumin and chili powder adds layers of robust taste to the filling, while a light touch of low-sodium enchilada sauce and low-fat shredded cheese keeps it both delicious and heart-friendly. This easy-to-make dish, ready in under an hour, is finished with fresh cilantro and creamy avocado for a vibrant and nourishing meal. Ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep, these enchiladas bring all the comfort of a classic favorite with a lighter twist. Perfect for anyone looking for healthy Mexican-inspired recipes!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Lean ground beef
• 8 pieces Whole wheat tortillas
• 1 cup Low-sodium black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Chopped tomatoes, no added salt
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 cup Low-sodium enchilada sauce
• 1 cup Low-fat shredded cheese
• 0.5 cup Cilantro, chopped
• 1 medium Sliced avocado

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the onion and garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned and cooked through, approximately 7-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 4

Stir in the red bell pepper, black beans, chopped tomatoes, cumin, and chili powder. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 5

Warm the whole wheat tortillas in the microwave or oven to make them pliable.

Step 6

Spread 1/4 cup of low-sodium enchilada sauce over the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 7

Spoon about 1/4 cup of the beef mixture onto each tortilla and roll them up tightly; place them seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.

Step 8

Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the enchiladas, then sprinkle with the low-fat shredded cheese.

Step 9

Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, allowing the cheese to brown slightly.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced avocado before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2214.8 grams (2214.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2982

Total Fat 108.50g	139%
Saturated Fat 29.00g	145%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 321mg	107%
Sodium 3960mg	172%
Total Carbohydrate 305.40g	111%
Dietary Fiber 65.10g	232%
Total Sugars 34.30g
Protein 185.90g	372%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1438mg	111%
Iron 36mg	199%
Potassium 3976mg	85%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.2%

Protein: 25.3%

Carbs: 41.5%