How many calories does an enchilada usually have?

Enchiladas are a typical dish of Mexican cuisine. They are made from rolled or folded corn tortillas, tossed in a spicy sauce. Depending on the style, enchiladas can be accompanied by or filled with meats such as chicken, beef, or turkey, or with other ingredients such as cheese, cooked vegetables , and an additional garnish; usually onion, lettuce, sour cream, and fresh cheese.

This is a dish created hundreds of years ago, and has many varieties. For this reason, many people wonder how healthy they are and how many calories they have. We'll explain below.

How healthy are enchiladas?

Enchiladas can be a healthy or unhealthy meal, depending on the ingredients used. For example, if they're prepared with healthy ingredients like chicken or lean beef, vegetables, and low-sodium sauces, they can be a nutritious option.

On the other hand, if the ingredients used are less healthy, such as fatty meats, excess cheese, and sauces with a lot of fat and sodium, They can be harmful to health due to their high calorie and fat content.

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The calories in enchiladas depend largely on their ingredients. Here's a list:

Type of enchilada (1 serving)	Calories	Fat	Carbohydrates	Protein
Enchilada with chicken and cheese in tomato sauce	234kcal	11.98g	19.33g	13.56g
Cheese enchilada	319kcal	18.84g	28.54g	9.63g
Swiss Enchiladas	500kcal	11g	52.90g	25g
Enchiladas with meat and cheese	212kcal	11.94g	16.57g	10.52g
Beef enchiladas	213kcal	9.92g	20.51g	11.42g
Potosina enchiladas	279kcal	17g	27g	9g
Enchiladas with beef, beans, and cheese	383kcal	19.97g	38.46g	16.95g
Green enchiladas	637kcal	16.9g	71.9g	49.9g
Mole enchiladas	298.2kcal	66g	65g	24g