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Zucchini Enchiladas

A low carb zucchini enchilada that will have you wanting a second helping.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 3 tbsp onion chopped
  • 1 can enchilada sauce
  • 1 medium zucchini
  • 1 c. Mexican blend cheese shredded
  • salt to taste
  • optional: chopped green chilies I added these

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion and saute until translucent. Add ground beef and salt to taste and cook on medium heat until no longer pink (about 5-10 minutes).
  3. While the beef is browning prepare zucchini slices. I used a mandolin to slice very thin slices of zucchini. You will need about 3You can also use a "y" potato peeler.
  4. Remove skillet from stove and drain off any excess grease. Mix in half the can of enchilada sauce. If desired stir in chilies.
  5. On a cutting board line up three slices of zucchini (allow them to slightly overlap). Spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of the beef mixture and then roll up. Gently place in baking dish. Repeat for remaining zucchini slices.
  6. If desired sprinkle a small amount of salt over zucchini. Spoon remaining enchilada sauce over enchiladas. Sprinkle cheese over enchiladas.
  7. Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15-20 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Recipe Notes

Note. Thank you 360familynutrition.org for sharing this recipe.