Ranch & Green Enchiladas
Soft corn tortillas stuffed with grilled vegetables or chicken, topped with a creamy herb ranch sauce and a vibrant green enchilada sauce. Baked until bubbly and golden — a fresh, Mediterranean-friendly take on a classic comfort food.
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
Filling
2 cups shredded chicken (or roasted vegetables for vegetarian)
1 cup spinach or kale, chopped
½ cup corn kernels
½ cup black beans
1 small onion, sauteed
1 tsp olive oil
Salt & pepper
Green Sauce
1 cup tomatillos, husked and boiled
1 small green chili or jalapeno
2 garlic cloves
2 tbsp olive oil
¼ cup fresh cilantro
Salt to taste
Creamy Ranch Topping
½ cup Greek yogurt (or cashew cream for vegan)
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt & pepper
For Assembly
6–8 corn or flour tortillas
½ cup crumbled feta or shredded cheese
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Make Green Sauce
Blend boiled tomatillos, green chili, garlic, olive oil, cilantro, and salt until smooth.
Set aside.
Prepare Filling
Heat olive oil in a pan, sauté onion until translucent.
Add chicken (or roasted veggies), spinach/kale, corn, and beans.
Season with salt & pepper.
Make Ranch Topping
Mix Greek yogurt (or cashew cream), olive oil, garlic & onion powder, parsley, salt, and pepper until creamy.
Assemble Enchiladas
Preheat oven to 180°C.
Fill each tortilla with 2–3 tbsp filling. Roll tightly and place in a baking dish.
Pour green sauce over the enchiladas.
Drizzle ranch topping on top.
Sprinkle feta or shredded cheese if desired.
Bake
Bake 15–20 minutes until sauce bubbles and edges are slightly golden.
Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Chef Tips
Use soft corn tortillas for authentic texture.
Spinach/kale keeps it Mediterranean-friendly.
Cashew cream makes it vegan and still creamy.
Fresh herbs in ranch elevate the flavor significantly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make it vegan?
✔ Yes — use roasted veggies only and cashew cream instead of Greek yogurt and cheese.
Storage?
✔ Fridge for 2 days; reheat in oven or microwave.
Protein add-ons?
✔ Chicken, chickpeas, or tofu work perfectly.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 280 kcal
Protein: 14 g
Carbs: 25 g
Fat: 12 g
Fiber: 6 g