Enchiladas originated in Mexico, where the practice of rolling tortillas around other food dates back to Mayan times. With Day of the Dead right around the corner, this dish is perfect for serving family style at a dinner party with other Mexican-themed appetizers and entrees.

An age-old tradition, Enchiladas are always a crowd pleaser. The time it takes to prepare them, however, can really cut in to your hosting duties. Let Luvo do the heavy lifting with three easy-to-prepare Enchilada dishes so you can focus on being the life of the party. Here are some nutritional fun facts:

Luvo Sweet Potato & Butternut Squash Enchilada

• More fiber than a large pear
• As much vitamin C as a cup of orange segments
• More vitamin A than a mango

Luvo Quinoa & Vegetable Enchilada

• The same amount of protein and fiber as 45 almonds—and both are around 300 calories
• As much iron as a small hamburger
• Fewer carbs than a large baked potato

Luvo Chicken Enchilada with Black Beans & Brown Rice

• As much fiber as 1 1/2 cups of broccoli
• As much protein as 3 boiled eggs
• More calcium than a 1/2 cup of low fat cottage cheese
• As much iron as a 6 oz. piece of flank steak

After heating in your microwave (8 minutes on high), each dish slides out of the package and is plated, ready-to-serve. Consider paring with other traditional Mexican dishes with a nutritious twist like Guac-KALE-mole. And don’t forget a few Mexican-inspired libations to round out your feast.

Skinny [Orange/Lime] Margarita

• Kosher salt or coarsely ground sea salt
• 2 ounces (1/4 cup) silver tequila
• 1½ ounces (3 tablespoons/about 1½ small limes) fresh lime juice
• 1 ounce (2 tablespoons/about ½ of a medium orange) fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoon light agave nectar
• 1 lime wedge or round, for garnish

Method

1. Pour a layer of salt onto a small plate (preferably one just slightly larger than the top of your margarita glass).
2. Slice off a small piece of lime and run the wet edge of the slice along half of the rim of your glass. Dip the top of the glass into the salt at a 45-degree angle and roll it from side to side to catch the salt.
3. Add ice cubes to your glass and set it aside. Fill a small cocktail shaker with ice. Pour in the tequila, freshly squeezed lime and orange juice and agave nectar.
4. Put on the lid and shake for 30 seconds. Strain the liquid into your glass and garnish with a slice of lime.

Source: COOKIE + kate

Day of the Dead is a celebration of life, bringing together family, friends and community. What’s your favorite dish to share among friends?

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