Low Fat Cheese Enchiladas

Unleash the flavors of traditional Mexican comfort food with a healthier twist in these irresistible Low Fat Cheese Enchiladas. Perfect for those seeking a lighter option, this recipe combines warm, pliable low-fat corn tortillas with a deliciously creamy filling of reduced-fat cheddar and low-fat cottage cheese, accented by sautéed onions, garlic, and green bell pepper for a burst of savory flavor. Smothered in rich enchilada sauce and baked to golden, bubbly perfection, these enchiladas satisfy without the guilt. Quick to prepare in just 45 minutes, this crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a vibrant finish and pair it with a crisp salad or steamed veggies for a wholesome, low-fat meal that's sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces Low-fat corn tortillas
• 2 cups, shredded Reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Low-fat cottage cheese
• 2 cups Enchilada sauce
• 1 can Olive oil spray
• 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 medium, chopped Green bell pepper
• 0.25 cup, chopped Cilantro
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Lightly spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil spray.

Step 3

In a non-stick pan over medium heat, apply a light spray of olive oil. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and green bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.

Step 4

In a bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables with the shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese and low-fat cottage cheese. Mix in the cilantro, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Warm the corn tortillas in the microwave for about 30 seconds to make them more pliable.

Step 6

Spread about 1/4 cup of the cheese and vegetable mixture onto each tortilla. Roll them up tightly and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.

Step 7

Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas.

Step 8

Sprinkle any remaining cheese on top of the sauce.

Step 9

Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2180.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4672.2

Total Fat 361.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 369.0mg	0%
Sodium 9395.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 277.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.0g	0%
Total Sugars 38.1g
Protein 175.8g	0%

Vitamin D 102.6IU	0%
Calcium 4074.5mg	0%
Iron 12.4mg	0%
Potassium 2139.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.2%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 21.9%