Description
Mexican-inspired zucchini enchilada roll ups deliver a fresh twist on classic comfort cuisine. Savory vegetables wrapped in tender tortillas create a delightful meal perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or sliced/diced
Vegetables and Beans:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) zucchini (~2–4 medium-large), sliced thinly lengthwise
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
Sauce and Cheese:
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Craft a robust filling by combining shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and enchilada sauce in a spacious mixing bowl, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly integrated.
- Create a flavor foundation by generously coating the bottom of a baking dish with enchilada sauce, which will prevent sticking and enhance the overall taste profile.
- Transform zucchini into delicate wrappers by layering 2-3 slices slightly overlapping to form a flexible base approximately 3-4 inches wide.
- Strategically position a measured portion of the chicken mixture at one end of each zucchini strip, then meticulously roll the vegetable around the filling, ensuring a tight, secure wrap.
- Arrange the rolled zucchini parcels seam-side down in the prepared baking dish, creating a uniform arrangement that allows each roll to cook evenly.
- Drizzle the remaining enchilada sauce across the top of the zucchini rolls, creating a moisture-rich environment that will prevent drying during baking.
- Generously distribute shredded cheddar cheese over the rolls, covering them with a melty, golden blanket of flavor.
- Transfer the baking dish to a preheated oven set at 375°F (190°C), allowing the rolls to transform for 20-25 minutes until the cheese becomes gloriously bubbly and edges turn a tempting golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and permit the dish to rest briefly, allowing flavors to settle and making serving easier.
- Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro to add a vibrant, herbaceous finish that complements the rich, savory rolls.
Notes
- Unexpected twist transforms classic enchilada into low-carb, veggie-packed marvel.
- Zucchini strips replace traditional tortillas, creating lighter, fresher meal experience.
- Cheesy, saucy roll ups deliver maximum flavor with minimal kitchen effort.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg