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Crispy Black Bean Quesadillas

Crispy Black Bean Quesadillas: Quick, Flavor-Packed Comfort

Satisfy your cravings with these Crispy Black Bean Quesadillas, a quick vegetarian option packed with flavor and comfort.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 quesadillas
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 can Black Beans Rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Cheddar or Monterey Jack recommended
  • 0.5 cup Diced Red Onion
  • 1 cup Diced Bell Pepper Any color
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Or substitute with avocado oil
  • 4 large Flour or Corn Tortillas
Seasoning & Garnish
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • to garnish Fresh Cilantro Optional
  • to serve Sour Cream Or Greek yogurt as an alternative
  • to serve Salsa

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add ½ cup of diced red onion and 1 cup of diced bell pepper, sautéing for about 5–7 minutes until tender. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, and 1 teaspoon of chili powder, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for another minute.
  2. In a medium bowl, slightly mash 1 can of black beans, leaving some whole. Stir in the sautéed vegetables and half of 1 cup of shredded cheese until well combined.
  3. Wipe the skillet clean and return to medium heat. Place 1 tortilla in the skillet and spread half of the filling onto one half. Top with ¼ cup of cheese. Fold the tortilla over.
  4. Cook for about 3–4 minutes on one side until golden brown. Flip gently, adding more olive oil if necessary, and cook the other side for another 3–4 minutes until crispy and cheese is melted.
  5. Remove from heat, let cool for a minute, slice into wedges, and serve with cilantro, sour cream, and salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use a non-stick skillet for best results. Avoid overfilling to make flipping easier. Press down while cooking for a crispy texture.

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