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Vegan Enchiladas With Lentils

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Enjoy delightful Vegan Enchiladas With Lentils, marrying heartiness and health with every bite.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Enchiladas
  • 8 tortillas Corn Tortillas gluten-free base
  • 1 cup Vegan Cheese adjust to preference
  • 1 cup Dry Lentils brown or green
  • 3 cups Vegetable Broth or water as substitute
  • 1/4 cup Sunflower Seeds or nuts if desired
  • 1/4 cup Rolled Oats for binding
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers mixed colors
  • 1 medium Carrot grated
  • 1 medium Tomato diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Chia Seeds or ground flax seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Spices onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika
  • 2 medium Chili Peppers adjust for heat
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Gluten-Free Flour adjust based on dietary needs
  • 2 cups Tomato Sauce store-bought or homemade
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Tomato Sauce essential for enchilada sauce

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • skillet
  • food processor
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by rinsing 1 cup of dry lentils under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine lentils with 3 cups of vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and let simmer for about 20 minutes until tender.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add spices and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Gradually stir in 2 tablespoons of gluten-free flour and mix well. Slowly incorporate 2 cups of tomato sauce, simmering for about 5 minutes.
  3. In another pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté 1 chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves until translucent. Add 1 chopped bell pepper, 1 grated carrot, and 1 diced tomato, cooking for 5-7 minutes.
  4. In a food processor, combine 1/4 cup of rolled oats, 1/4 cup of sunflower seeds, and 2 tablespoons of chia seeds. Pulse until finely ground, then mix in the cooked veggies and lentils.
  5. Preheat your oven to 390°F (200°C). Spoon about 1/4 cup of the lentil filling onto a tortilla and roll tightly. Place seam-side down in a greased baking dish. Repeat for all tortillas.
  6. Pour the enchilada sauce over the tortillas, ensuring they are well covered. Bake uncovered for 15 minutes, then add vegan cheese and return to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  7. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, and serve garnished with fresh cilantro or avocado slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Rinse lentils thoroughly before cooking. Adjust spice levels to taste and ensure filling moisture is adequate. Customize ingredients as desired.

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