Zucchini Enchilada Roll Ups (Ground Turkey)
These Zucchini Enchilada Roll Ups filled with flavorful ground turkey offer a healthy low-carb twist on classic enchiladas, perfect for a satisfying dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large zucchinis, thinly sliced lengthwise
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup black beans (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Add ground turkey, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook until turkey is browned and cooked through.
- Stir in black beans (if using) and half of the enchilada sauce; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Lay zucchini slices flat and spoon ground turkey mixture evenly onto each slice.
- Sprinkle some cheese over the filling, then carefully roll up each zucchini slice.
- Place roll ups seam-side down in a baking dish and pour remaining enchilada sauce over the top.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top of the sauce.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
For extra spice, add chopped jalapeños to the filling or top with sliced avocado for creaminess.