Enchilada Platters

An Enchilada Platter is a vibrant Mexican dish featuring corn tortillas rolled around a savory filling (like shredded chicken, beef, or cheese), smothered in a flavorful chili sauce, and typically baked with melted cheese on top. It's often served with classic sides like refried beans, Mexican rice, and a fresh salad or guacamole.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in carbohydrates from the tortillas and beans, with a good amount of protein from the filling and cheese, and moderate fat from the sauce and dairy. A typical restaurant platter can range from 800 to 1,200 calories, providing significant fiber, iron, and calcium.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	550 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	48 g
Fat	26 g
Fiber	7 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	1200 mg
Calcium	250 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Potassium	550 mg
Vitamin A	800 IU
Vitamin C	15 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.4 mg
Folate	120 mcg
Phosphorus	350 mg

Per 1 platter (approx. 400 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, enchiladas trace their roots back to Mayan times, where people would roll tortillas around small fish. Nutritionally, the combination of corn tortillas and beans creates a complete protein, making it a satisfying and balanced meal even without meat.