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Crispy Black Bean Quesadillas

Crispy Black Bean Quesadillas That'll Ignite Your Taste Buds

Delicious Crispy Black Bean Quesadillas packed with fiber and protein, customizable and ready in under 30 minutes.
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 Canned Black Beans Rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack) Swap for vegan cheese if desired
  • 1 medium Red Onion Diced
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Chopped, any color
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust for heat
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Used for sautéing
For the Tortillas
  • 4 large Flour Tortillas Swap for corn tortillas for gluten-free option
For the Garnish and Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Optional
  • 1/2 cup Salsa Optional

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 diced red onion and 1 chopped bell pepper, sauté for about 5 minutes. Add 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder, salt, and pepper to taste, cooking for an additional minute.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed vegetable mixture with one 15-ounce can of rinsed and drained black beans. Lightly mash the beans, then stir in half of the shredded cheese.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat with olive oil. Place a large flour tortilla in the skillet, spread some black bean filling on one half, add more shredded cheese, and fold the tortilla.
  4. Cook the folded quesadilla for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden-brown and crispy. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
  5. Slice the quesadillas into wedges, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve with sour cream and salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quesadillaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet to maintain crispiness.

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