How to Make Vegan Enchilada Bake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Enchiladas are a popular Mexican dish that typically consists of rolled tortillas filled with a variety of ingredients, such as meat, cheese, and vegetables, and topped with a savory sauce. While traditional enchiladas are delicious, they can often be heavy and high in calories. For those looking for a healthier, plant-based alternative, this Vegan Enchilada Bake is the perfect solution. Packed with flavorful ingredients and wholesome plant-based protein, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that's s...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 (15 ounce) can vegetarian refried beans
  • ½ (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles (such as RO*TEL®)
  • 8 ounces sliced seitan
  • ½ (8 ounce) package shredded mozzarella-style vegan cheese (such as Daiya®)
  • 9 (6 inch) corn tortillas
  • 1 (15 ounce) can green enchilada sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 1 casserole

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Pour crushed tomatoes into the bottom of a casserole dish. Layer 1/3 of the rice, 1/3 of the beans, 1/3 of the diced tomatoes, 1/3 of the seitan, 1/3 of the vegan cheese, 1/3 of the tortillas, and 1/3 of the enchilada sauce into the dish, in that order. Repeat with 2 more layers.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until vegan cheese melts and casserole is heated through, about 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    395 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 1158mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 58g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 100mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 450mg