Chili Relleno Flatbread

Chili Relleno Flatbread is a delightful fusion of traditional Mexican flavors and modern vegan cuisine, featuring roasted poblano peppers, zesty tomato sauce, and a medley of fresh toppings on a crispy flatbread. This vibrant dish is perfect for sharing and is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat flatbread - 2 pieces
• Poblano peppers - 2 medium
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Red onion - 1/4 cup, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Canned black beans - 1 cup, rinsed and drained
• Tomato sauce - 1/2 cup
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Corn - 1/2 cup, cooked
• Vegan cheese shreds - 1/2 cup
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Roast the poblano peppers on a baking sheet for 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skin is charred and blistered. Remove from the oven and place in a bowl covered with plastic wrap to steam for 10 minutes.
3. While the peppers are steaming, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced red onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add the black beans, tomato sauce, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well and let simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Once the poblano peppers are cool, peel off the skin, remove the seeds, and slice them into strips.
6. Spread the black bean mixture evenly over each flatbread, leaving a small border around the edges.
7. Top with roasted poblano strips, corn, and sprinkle vegan cheese shreds on top.
8. Bake the flatbreads in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are crispy and the cheese has melted.
9. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from the peppers and tomatoes.

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