Description
Crispy Black Bean Quesadillas are a delicious and easy-to-make dinner option that combines the rich flavors of black beans with melted cheese, all wrapped in a crispy tortilla.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mash the black beans with a fork and mix in cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the black bean mixture evenly on half of each tortilla.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the black bean mixture.
- Fold the tortillas in half to create a quesadilla.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook each quesadilla for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from skillet and cut into wedges before serving.
Notes
- Serve with salsa or guacamole for added flavor.
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or onions for extra nutrition.
- These quesadillas can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Crispy Black Bean Quesadillas, Vegetarian Quesadillas, Easy Dinner Recipes