# Sweet Potato and Black Bean Enchiladas
Savor the delicious flavors of **Sweet Potato and Black Bean Enchiladas**, a hearty and nutritious dish perfect for any occasion. These enchiladas are packed with roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, and spices, all wrapped in tortillas and topped with a rich enchilada sauce. Let’s get started!
## Ingredients
### For the Filling
- **2 medium sweet potatoes**, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
- **1 tablespoon olive oil**
- **1 small onion**, diced
- **2 cloves garlic**, minced
- **¾ teaspoon ground cumin**
- **½ teaspoon chili powder**
- **¼ teaspoon kosher salt**
- **¼ teaspoon black pepper** (or cayenne for more heat)
- **1 (15 oz) can black beans**, drained and rinsed
- **1 (4.5 oz) can diced green chiles**, undrained (optional)
- **1 cup shredded cheese** (Monterey Jack or Mexican blend), divided
### For the Sauce
- **1 ¼ cups red enchilada sauce** (store-bought or homemade)
### For Assembly
- **10 corn or flour tortillas**
- **Additional cheese for topping** (optional)
### Optional Toppings
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Avocado or guacamole
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
## Instructions
### Step 1: Roast the Sweet Potatoes
1. Preheat your oven to **400°F (200°C)**.
2. Toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
3. Spread them out in a single layer and roast for about **25 minutes**, or until tender.
### Step 2: Prepare the Filling
1. While the sweet potatoes are roasting, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add a little olive oil if needed.
2. Sauté the diced onion for about **5 minutes** until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
3. In a large bowl, combine the roasted sweet potatoes, sautéed onion and garlic, black beans, green chiles (if using), and ½ cup of shredded cheese. Mix well.
### Step 3: Assemble the Enchiladas
1. Spread about **¼ cup of enchilada sauce** evenly on the bottom of a baking dish.
2. Warm the tortillas in the microwave for about **20 seconds** to make them pliable.
3. Fill each tortilla with about **½ cup of the sweet potato and black bean mixture**, roll them up tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
4. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top of the rolled enchiladas and sprinkle with additional cheese if desired.
### Step 4: Bake
1. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for about **20 minutes**.
2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional **10–15 minutes** until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
### Step 5: Serve
1. Let cool slightly before serving.
2. Garnish with fresh cilantro, avocado, or sour cream as desired.
## Tips for Enjoying Your Enchiladas
- These enchiladas can be made ahead of time; simply assemble them and store them in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
- Feel free to customize by adding other vegetables like bell peppers or corn to the filling.
Enjoy your flavorful Sweet Potato and Black Bean Enchiladas that are sure to please everyone at your table!
Citations:
[1] https://realfoodwholelife.com/recipes/black-bean-and-sweet-potato-enchiladas/
[2] https://www.familyfoodonthetable.com/sweet-potato-black-bean-enchiladas/
[3] https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/sweet-potato-black-bean-enchiladas-avocado-lime-crema/
[4] https://thebusybaker.ca/sweet-potato-black-bean-enchiladas/
[5] https://minimalistbaker.com/sweet-potato-black-bean-enchiladas/
[6] https://cookieandkate.com/black-bean-sweet-potato-enchiladas/
[7] https://inspiralized.com/black-bean-sweet-potato-enchiladas/
[8] https://www.recipetineats.com/spinach-ricotta-stuffed-shells/
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