Cheesy Spinach and Bean Enchilada Bulgur Ring
Elevate your meal presentation with this gorgeous Cheesy Spinach and Bean Enchilada Bulgur Ring. Packed with hearty bulgur, nutrient-rich spinach, and protein-filled pinto beans, this satisfying dish brings together the beloved flavors of traditional enchiladas in a delightful, shareable ring shape. Topped with a luscious red enchilada sauce and a sprinkle of pepper jack cheese for extra zing, it’s perfect for serving at gatherings or as a comforting weeknight dinner.
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Servings
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Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
bulgur
2 cups (uncooked)
water or chicken stock
4 cups (for boiling)
mushrooms
8 ounces (chopped)
onion
1 (chopped)
frozen spinach
10 ounces (thawed and squeezed dry)
garlic cloves
2 (chopped)
canned pinto beans
15 ounces (drained and rinsed)
red enchilada sauce
14 ounces (for filling)
fat-free sour cream
1/2 cup (for filling)
fat-free monterey jack pepper cheese
4 ounces (shredded, for filling)
Egg Beaters egg substitute
1 cup
chili powder
1 tablespoon
cumin
1 teaspoon
red enchilada sauce
6-8 ounces (for garnish)
fat-free monterey jack pepper cheese
2-4 ounces (shredded, for garnish)
Instructions
1
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water or chicken stock to a rolling boil. Add the bulgur, stir, cover, and reduce heat to low. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and set aside.
2
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Meanwhile, prepare your vegetables by chopping the mushrooms and onion, and finely chopping the garlic.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked bulgur with the sautéed mushrooms, onion, and spinach. Add the chopped garlic, pinto beans, 14 ounces of red enchilada sauce, fat-free sour cream, 4 ounces of shredded pepper jack cheese, Egg Beaters, chili powder, and cumin. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
4
Spray a bundt cake pan generously with non-stick cooking spray. Carefully spoon the bulgur mixture into the prepared pan, pressing down firmly to pack it tightly.
5
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until heated through.
6
Remove from the oven and let the dish cool in the bundt pan for about 10 minutes. Carefully invert onto a serving platter.
7
Before serving, warm the remaining enchilada sauce and drizzle it over the top of the ring. Sprinkle with the additional 2-4 ounces of shredded pepper jack cheese for garnish. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cheesy Spinach and Bean Enchilada Bulgur Ring?
It is a visually striking dish that combines bulgur, spinach, and pinto beans with traditional enchilada flavors, served in a shareable ring shape.
What are the main ingredients in this recipe?
The main ingredients include bulgur, mushrooms, onion, frozen spinach, pinto beans, red enchilada sauce, fat-free sour cream, and pepper jack cheese.
How do I cook the bulgur for this dish?
Boil 2 cups of bulgur in 4 cups of water or chicken stock for 15-20 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed.
What type of pan is used to give it the ring shape?
A bundt cake pan is used to create the ring shape for this recipe.
Is this recipe vegetarian?
Yes, this recipe is tagged as vegetarian and uses plant-based proteins like beans and bulgur.
How long does the Bulgur Ring need to bake?
The dish should be baked in the oven for 30 minutes, or until it is heated through.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) before baking.
Can I use water instead of chicken stock to cook the bulgur?
Yes, you can use either 4 cups of water or 4 cups of chicken stock depending on your preference.
What kind of beans are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 15 ounces of canned pinto beans, drained and rinsed.
Do I need to thaw the spinach before using it?
Yes, the 10 ounces of frozen spinach should be thawed and squeezed dry before being added to the mixture.
What type of cheese is recommended?
The recipe uses fat-free monterey jack pepper cheese (pepper jack) for both the filling and the garnish.
What is the role of Egg Beaters in this recipe?
One cup of Egg Beaters egg substitute is used as a binder to help hold the bulgur ring together.
How do I prepare the mushrooms and onion?
The 8 ounces of mushrooms and one whole onion should both be chopped before mixing.
What spices provide the enchilada flavor?
The flavor is enhanced by 1 tablespoon of chili powder and 1 teaspoon of cumin.
How long should the ring cool before inverting it?
Let the dish cool in the bundt pan for about 10 minutes before carefully inverting it onto a serving platter.
How is the dish served?
Serve the ring hot, drizzled with warm enchilada sauce and sprinkled with additional cheese.
What kind of enchilada sauce should I use?
Red enchilada sauce is used for both the filling and the garnish.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
Yes, it is tagged as healthy and features nutrient-rich spinach, beans, and grains.
Can I prepare this dish for a gathering?
Yes, its decorative ring shape makes it perfect for serving at gatherings or parties.
How many garlic cloves are needed?
The recipe requires 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped.
Is the sour cream used in the filling fat-free?
Yes, the recipe specifically calls for 1/2 cup of fat-free sour cream.
What size can of pinto beans is required?
You will need one 15-ounce can of pinto beans.
How do I prevent the mixture from sticking to the pan?
Spray the bundt cake pan generously with non-stick cooking spray before adding the mixture.
How do you pack the mixture into the pan?
Spoon the bulgur mixture into the pan and press down firmly to pack it tightly.
Can this recipe be used for meal prep?
Yes, it is tagged for meal prep and is a satisfying dish for comforting weeknight dinners.
How much bulgur is needed?
The recipe requires 2 cups of uncooked bulgur.
What type of cheese is used for the garnish?
An additional 2-4 ounces of shredded fat-free monterey jack pepper cheese is used for garnish.
What is the flavor profile of the dish?
It has traditional enchilada flavors with a little extra zing from the pepper jack cheese.
How much cumin is required?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of cumin.
How do I prepare the garnish sauce?
Warm 6-8 ounces of red enchilada sauce and drizzle it over the top of the ring before serving.