7 Vegan Enchilada Recipes Reinvented for Cinco de Mayo!

Enchiladas are all the best things in life wrapped up in one. They’re gooey, filling, and so comforting!

We thought we would mix it up for you this Cinco de Mayo. These recipes from the Food Monster App will show you how to use enchilada flavor to create delicious pasta, casseroles, stews, and even fries!

1. Enchilada Lasagna 

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This Enchilada Lasagna by Kristen Genton is comfort food heaven! This dish is made up of layer upon layer of homemade enchilada sauce, cheese, corn tortillas, and tender sweet potatoes. It’s perfect for when you’re trying to feed a crowd.

2. Enchilada Pasta Casserole 

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This Enchilada Pasta Casserole by Conscious Chris is perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or otherwise. Plus you get all of the spice and flavor of Mexican food in the comforting shape of a casserole.

3. Cauliflower Rice Enchilada Casserole 

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This Cauliflower Rice Enchilada Casserole by Florian Nouh is a lighter take on one of the heaviest foods! Cauliflower rice is mixed with black beans and spices, followed by creamy avocado sauce, savory tomato sauce, tortillas, and more! You’ll want to make this again and again.

4. Lentil Enchilada Pasta

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Look at how decadent Jasmine Briones‘ Lentil Enchilada Pasta looks! This dish has all the comfort of a pasta dish with a light and fresh touch from the greens and avocados. Tomatoes, hot spices, and lentils are combined in a sauce that’s “meaty” and savory.

5. Enchilada Casserole 

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This Enchilada Casserole by Christin McKamey is about to be a hit at your gathering! Soft corn tortillas are filled with sautéed onions, mushrooms, and tomatoes, and topped with beans. The enchiladas are then arranged in a baking dish, covered with homemade salsa, and baked in the oven until warm and bubbly.

6. Skillet Cheesy Enchilada Stew 

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This Skillet Cheesy Enchilada Stew by Rhea Parsons is super simple and takes very little clean-up! This hearty, luscious stew is an ode to the enchilada in all its glory. It’s a perfect dish for sharing at a party, or around the dinner table with a bunch of your closest friends!

7. Enchilada Fries 

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These Enchilada Fries by Brandi Doming are perfect if you need a unique appetizer or side! Sometimes the same old oven fries just won’t cut it.

Learn How to Cook Plant-Based Meals at Home!

Reducing your meat intake and eating more plant-based foods is known to help with chronic inflammation, heart health, mental wellbeing, fitness goals, nutritional needs, allergies, gut health, and more! Dairy consumption also has been linked to many health problems, including acne, hormonal imbalance, cancer, prostate cancer and has many side effects.

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