Bean and Cheese Enchiladas
Bean and cheese enchiladas are a comforting Mexican-American dish consisting of corn tortillas rolled around a filling of beans and cheese, then covered in a savory red or green chili sauce and baked until bubbly. They are a staple in Tex-Mex and Southwestern cuisine, often served with sides like rice and refried beans.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is typically high in carbohydrates from the tortillas and beans, with a good amount of protein and fat from the cheese and beans. A standard serving (2 enchiladas) provides around 400-600 calories, along with fiber, calcium, and iron.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 52 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 8 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 1100 mg |
| Calcium | 300 mg |
| Iron | 4 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 10 mg |
| Folate | 120 mcg DFE |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Magnesium | 60 mg |
Per 2 enchiladas (about 300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Enchiladas trace their origins to ancient Mesoamerica, where tortillas were used to wrap various foods. The bean and cheese version became popular in the U.S. as a hearty, vegetarian-friendly adaptation that highlights the fusion of traditional Mexican ingredients with American comfort food preferences.
