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The Best Vegan Enchiladas With Lentils (Gluten-Free)

The Best Vegan Enchiladas With Lentils That Everyone Loves

Experience The Best Vegan Enchiladas With Lentils (Gluten-Free), a delicious, protein-packed meal perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 330

Ingredients
  

For the Enchiladas
  • 12 tortillas Gluten-free tortillas
  • 1 cup Dry lentils
  • 3 cups Vegetable broth
  • 2 medium Bell peppers
  • 1 large Carrot grated
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Sunflower seeds
  • 1/2 cup Rolled oats
  • 2 tablespoons Chia seeds ground
For the Enchilada Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Flour or chickpea flour
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
  • 2 cups Tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Chili peppers

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Rinse 1 cup of dry lentils under cool water. In a saucepan, combine the lentils with vegetable broth and boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Let sit for an additional 10 minutes.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add flour, onion powder, and garlic powder, stirring for about 2 minutes until golden. Gradually add tomato sauce and simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until soft. Add diced bell pepper, grated carrot, and diced tomato, cooking until tender. Combine this mixture with cooked lentils and dry ingredients.
  4. Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C). Spoon about 1/3 cup of the lentil filling onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  5. Pour the enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas. Optionally, sprinkle with shredded vegan cheese. Bake uncovered for 15 minutes or until heated through.
  6. Allow to cool for a few minutes, garnish with chopped cilantro and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 14gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days. For freezing, wrap tightly for up to 3 months.

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