Grilled Vegetable Enchiladas Recipe {Gluten-Free} | Cookin' Canuck (2024)

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Enjoy the fantastic flavors in these healthy grilled vegetable enchiladas any day of the week. This vegetarian, gluten-free recipe is perfect for Meatless Monday.
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Mondays can be pretty rough. I feel it as soon as the alarm clock starts nagging me to get out of bed and face the to-do list for the week. After a weekend of blissfully pretending that obligations don't exist, it can be a bit tough to take.

That's why we all need something to look forward to at the end of the day. In my case, that usually involves tasty food, a 9pm bedtime and a good book. And the food needs to be easy to prepare because, quite honestly, I need a kick in my pants to put something healthy on the table when I just want to pretend it's Friday.

Enter the grilled vegetable enchiladas. Easy, healthy, gluten-free, vegetarian (covering all the bases)...and so darn good. They actually make me look forward to Mondays.

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If you have a homemade green enchilada sauce that you swear by, by all means, use that. If you are really more of a red enchilada kind of guy or gal, make the switch. Green enchilada sauce just happens to be my thing, so I went green with this recipe.

If you follow a gluten-free diet, be certain to choose an enchilada sauce that is gluten-free, such as Hatch (my personal favorite) or La Victoria.

Portobello mushrooms are such a fantastic vegetarian alternative to chicken or pork because they have a meaty texture and are so satisfying. That being said, if mushrooms really aren't your thing, switch them out with an alternative, such as grilled eggplant or tofu.

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If you are going to be short on time when dinnertime rolls around, you could grill the vegetable the day before and assemble and bake the enchiladas just before eating.

Other recipes using grilled vegetables:


Buffalo Grilled Potato Skewers
Grilled Vegetable Wrap with Hummus

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Grilled Vegetable Enchiladas Recipe {Gluten-Free}

Enjoy the fantastic flavors in these healthy grilled vegetable enchiladas any day of the week. This vegetarian, gluten-free recipe is perfect for Meatless Monday.

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Course: Entrees

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 28 minutes minutes

Total Time: 48 minutes minutes

Servings: 8 Enchiladas

Calories: 139.7kcal

Author: Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the grill to medium heat.

  • Cut the zucchini in half crosswise. Cut each half into ¼/-inch slices (total 8 slices).

  • Lay the zucchini slices, mushrooms and red bell pepper on a baking sheet. Brush on both sides with olive oil and season with ground cumin, salt and pepper.

  • Grill until the vegetables are tender, but not overcooked, about 3 minutes per side for the mushrooms and red bell pepper, and 2 minutes per side for the zucchini. Cut the mushrooms into 8 strips and the bell pepper into 16 strips.

  • Lightly coat a 9- by 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Spread ½ cup of the green enchilada sauce on the bottom of the dish.

  • Pour 1 ¼ cups enchilada sauce in a shallow dish.

  • Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Working with one tortilla at a time, heat the tortilla in the skillet for 5 seconds per side to soften. Dip the tortilla into the enchilada sauce in the shallow dish, coating both sides.

  • In the center of each tortilla, arrange 1 portobello strip, 2 bell pepper strips and 1 zucchini piece. Divide 2 ounces of the queso fresco and 3 tablespoons of the cilantro between the enchiladas.

  • Roll the enchiladas and arrange, seam side down, in the prepared baking dish.

  • Spread ½ cup of the enchilada sauce over the enchiladas and top with the remaining queso fresco.

  • Bake until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is melted, about 20 minutes.

  • Garnish with the remaining cilantro. Arrange the tomatoes and avocado over top, if desired. Serve.

Notes

Weight Watchers Points: 5 (Freestyle SP), 4 (Points+)

Nutrition

Serving: 1Enchilada | Calories: 139.7kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3.5g | Fat: 6.1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3.4mg | Sodium: 441.7mg | Fiber: 2.5g | Sugar: 2.5g

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  1. Maddy

    These do look delicious and I love grilled veggie anything. Although, I don't believe most people even know what gluten really is. Only about 1% of the population truly has a gluten allergy but the food industry has really capitalized on the "gluten free" craze. There have been studies that show gluten is actually beneficial. Fat is a more dangerous, silent enemy. But if a recipe happens to be gluten free, what the heck!

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  2. Allison

    Love the versatility of this recipe! Grilled veggies are one of my faves and I often cook extra just so I can make a few more meals with them. These are the enchiladas of my dreams!

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  3. Judee@ Gluten Free A-Z Blog

    Dara,
    Love the combo of veggies in these enchiladas and your tips for splitting up the work over two days.

    Reply

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Grilled Vegetable Enchiladas Recipe {Gluten-Free} | Cookin' Canuck (2024)

FAQs

Which enchilada sauce is gluten-free? ›

There are several brands of enchilada sauce that is certified gluten-free. For red enchilada sauces, Frontera's, Sky Valley, Siete, and Hatch all have certified gluten free enchilada sauces. As for green enchilada sauces, Sprout's, Siete, La Preferida, and Hatch, all have some good options as well.

What are the different types of enchilada sauce? ›

Enchilada sauces are smooth, chili-based sauces that include salsa roja (red enchilada sauce), chile con queso (cheese-based sauce), verde sauce (green enchilada sauce), and mole sauces.

Is hatch green chile enchilada sauce gluten-free? ›

When you want to make some healthier Mexican food, this delicious Hatch Green Chile Enchilada Sauce can come in handy. And this post has recipes where I've used this tasty enchilada sauce that's gluten-free and can be a low carb option in a recipe where the other ingredients are low in carbs.

What is vegan enchiladas made of? ›

The filling here is a hearty mixture of mushrooms, peppers, and black beans. I roll it up in corn tortillas and then smother them with red enchilada sauce and homemade vegan nacho cheese. Before serving, I sprinkle garnishes like jalapeños, radishes, and avocado on top.

What sauces are not gluten-free? ›

Sauces and condiments

Condiments such as soy sauce, barbecue sauce, mustard, and gravy are often made with gluten containing ingredients, such as wheat, wheat starch or malt flavoring. Be sure to double check ingredients on condiments and sauces or look for gluten free varieties.

Do refried beans contain gluten? ›

Refried beans are naturally gluten-free, and two major brands (Old El Paso and Rosarita) are both considered to be gluten-free.

What is the secret to good enchiladas? ›

Fry each of your tortillas in hot oil before adding in your enchilada filling. This will help keep the tortillas from soaking up too much of your sauce too quickly, which can also cause them to break apart.

What can I substitute for enchilada sauce? ›

Tomato sauce is a good way to replace enchilada sauce if you're looking for a milder alternative. It's easy to take a pre-made tomato sauce and spice it and add other ingredients to get closer to a real enchilada sauce.

What makes enchiladas taste better? ›

While some recipes use flour tortillas, corn tortillas are traditional — and for good reason — are the better option for enchiladas. Corn tortillas have a distinct flavor that plays a key part of the enchilada experience, compared to flour tortillas, which are more like a blank slate.

Is store bought enchilada sauce gluten free? ›

Many store-bought enchilada sauces are NOT gluten-free, as they are often thickened with flour. You must use brands or recipes thickened with cornstarch, arrowroot, or gluten-free flour to make sure the enchilada sauce gluten-free.

Is Mccormick enchilada mix gluten free? ›

This product has 1 ingredient that may have gluten.

Is Trader Joe's vegan enchilada gluten free? ›

This product may or may not be gluten free as it lists 1 ingredient that could contain gluten depending on the source.

Why are they called divorced enchiladas? ›

They are called 'divorced' enchiladas because one is covered in green salsa and the other in red salsa! Subscribe to our free CTP download, to be kept up to date with all cookery items.

Are enchiladas better with corn or flour? ›

Corn tortillas go well with Mexican dishes like tacos, enchiladas, and tamales. They are also perfect for use in tostadas, sopes, and quesadillas. Flour tortillas are often used in burritos, fajitas, and chimichangas. They are also great for making quesadillas, sweet dishes like dessert tacos, and breakfast burritos.

What is the difference between American enchiladas and Mexican enchiladas? ›

Dishes such as enchiladas can be authentic or of the Tex-Mex variety. Authentic Mexican enchiladas have a variety of ingredients wrapped and often fried. They can be topped with cheese, chicken, lettuce, or sauces. Tex-Mex enchiladas are typically baked and are made with beef and cheese.

Is store-bought enchilada sauce gluten free? ›

Many store-bought enchilada sauces are NOT gluten-free, as they are often thickened with flour. You must use brands or recipes thickened with cornstarch, arrowroot, or gluten-free flour to make sure the enchilada sauce gluten-free.

Is there gluten in La Victoria enchilada sauce? ›

Water, Red Chiles, Modified Food Starch, Dehydrated California Chile Pods, Soybean Oil, Salt, Distilled Vinegar, Dehydrated Pasilla Pods, Garlic And Spice. Gluten-Free.

Is there gluten in Las Palmas enchilada sauce? ›

Yes, some of the ingredients in Las Palmas Enchilada Sauce may contain gluten. One of the ingredients that can introduce gluten to Las Palmas Enchilada Sauce is modified corn starch.

Is Ortega enchilada sauce gluten free? ›

Is it Gluten Free? No. This product is not gluten free as it lists 2 ingredients that contain gluten.

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