Best 4 Cheesy Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole Recipes

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Whether you're a seasoned cook or you're just starting out, you'll find that cheesy vegetarian enchilada casserole is an easy and satisfying meal to make. With its combination of colorful vegetables, gooey cheese, and flavorful sauce, this comforting Mexican-inspired dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family. And the best part is, there are endless variations to suit every taste and preference. So if you're looking for a hearty and delicious vegetarian meal that's perfect for any occasion, you're sure to find a cheesy vegetarian enchilada casserole recipe that'll hit the spot.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

VEGETARIAN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE RECIPE



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Make and share this Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole Recipe recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Debbwl

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 cups zucchini, diced
2 cups fresh spinach, packed and coarsely shredded
1 cup frozen whole kernel corn
4 ounces green chili peppers, diced
6 ounces black olives, sliced
2 1/2 cups enchilada sauce
12 (6 inch) corn tortillas
8 ounces monterey jack cheese, shredded
8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
sour cream (optional)
salsa (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly oil 9x13 inch baking dish. Add oil to skillet and brown onion, garlic and jalapeno. Add zucchini and cook 5 minute or until tender. Add spinach and corn. Cook and stir until spinach wilts. Turn off heat and add diced green chile peppers.
  • Dip 6 tortillas in the enchilada sauce, and place them in the prepared baking dish, overlapping as needed to cover bottom of dish. Place 1/2 of the vegetable mixture on top of the tortillas. Top with half the cheese. Layer with another 6 tortillas dipped in enchilada sauce and the rest of the vegetable mixture. Drizzle with remaining enchilada sauce. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and olives. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover, and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the cheese is melted.
  • Serve with sour cream and salsa!

VEGETARIAN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole. Layered with black beans, corn, green chilies and corn tortillas!

Provided by Kelley Simmons

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon oil
1 onion (diced)
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups red enchilada sauce
2 cups corn
1 can (15.5 ounce black beans, drained and rinsed)
1 can green chiles
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese
16 corn tortillas (cut in half)
olives for serving (if desired)
cilantro for serving (if desired)
sour cream for serving (if desired)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.Meanwhile heat oil in a medium skillet and add in the onion and bell peppers. Sauté until tender 3-4 minutes. Add in garlic and cook for an additional minute then set aside.
  • Spread a little enchilada sauce in the bottom of a 9 x 13 pan.
  • To assemble start by layering 1/3 of the tortillas, half of the onions, half of the beans, half of the corn, half of the green chilies, 1/3 of the sauce and 1/3 of the cheese.
  • Repeat with a layer of 1/3 of the tortillas and the remaining half of the beans, corn and green chilies. Spread 1/3 of the enchilada sauce on top and sprinkle with 1/3 of the cheese.
  • Layer on the remaining tortillas, sauce and cheese.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the casserole is warmed through.Serve immediately with olives, cilantro, sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 987 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEESY VEGETARIAN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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Quick and easy cheesy enchilada casserole. Takes only 6 ingredients to make this popular one-pan amazing Mexican vegetarian dinner dish! Garnish with green onions and sour cream if desired.

Provided by Culinary Envy

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
10 (6 inch) corn tortillas, cut into quarters
1 (8 ounce) package sharp Cheddar cheese, cubed
1 onion, chopped
1 (3.8 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 (16 ounce) can green chile enchilada sauce
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray an 8-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Arrange 1/3 of the tortillas over the bottom of the prepared dish. Spread 1/2 the Cheddar cheese, onion, and olives over tortillas. Spoon 1/3 of the green enchilada sauce and 1/3 of the Mexican cheese on top. Repeat layering with 1/3 tortillas and the remaining Cheddar cheese, onion, and olives. Spoon another third of the sauce and Mexican cheese on top. Finish with the remaining tortillas, sauce, and Mexican cheese. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking until cheese is bubbly on top, about 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505.5 calories, Carbohydrate 28.3 g, Cholesterol 96.2 mg, Fat 34.6 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, Sodium 762.9 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

CHEESY BEEF ENCHILADA CASSEROLE RECIPE



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Our Cheesy Enchilada Casserole takes all our favorite things about Mexican food and combines them into one pan! Perfect for a busy weeknight.

Provided by Elyse Ellis

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound lean ground beef
1 large onion (diced)
2 1/2 cups salsa
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed ((15 ounce can))
1/4 cup Italian dressing
2 Tablespoons taco seasoning ((or 1 taco seasoning packet))
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
6 8-inch flour tortillas ((corn tortillas will work as well))
1 can corn, drained ((15 ounce can))
1/2 cup sour cream
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 tomato (diced)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
  • Stir in the salsa, beans, dressing, sour cream, corn (optional), taco seasoning and cumin.
  • Spoon 1/3 of meat mixture on bottom of 2 quart baking dish. Sprinkle with 1/3 of the grated cheese.
  • Layer a couple of tortillas on top of meat. Continue with next layer using 1/3 of the meat mixture and and then 1/3 of the cheese. Top layers with tortillas.
  • Continue the next layer with remaining meat mixture and the rest of the cheese on top.
  • Cover with foil that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray and bake at 400° for 25 minutes or until hot & bubbly.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes before topping with lettuce, tomato and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Sodium 1206 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 10 g, UnsaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • For a creamier sauce, use a combination of sour cream and cream cheese.
  • If you don't have enchilada sauce, you can make your own by combining tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, and oregano.
  • Be sure to use fresh tortillas for the best results. Stale tortillas will be more likely to break apart.
  • If you're short on time, you can use pre-shredded cheese.
  • For a vegetarian version of this recipe, omit the chicken or beef and add more beans or vegetables.
  • To make this recipe ahead of time, assemble the casserole and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. Bake it just before serving.

Conclusion:

This Cheesy Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that the whole family will love. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck. With its flavorful sauce, cheesy filling, and crispy tortilla chips, this casserole is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty vegetarian meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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