Description
These black bean quesadillas are a quick, nutritious, and satisfying meal featuring seasoned black beans, sweet corn, and sharp cheddar cheese folded into crispy flour tortillas. Perfect for a busy weeknight, this plant-forward dish is packed with protein and fiber, making it a reliable, budget-friendly option that even picky eaters will enjoy. It is a hearty, meat-free dinner that comes together in under twenty minutes using simple pantry staples.
Ingredients
1 15oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen corn
1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 batch taco seasoning
10 7-inch flour tortillas
Instructions
Drain and rinse the black beans thoroughly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, frozen corn, diced red onion, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese and taco seasoning to the bowl.
Stir the mixture until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Heat a skillet over medium heat.
Place a tortilla in the skillet and add a generous portion of the bean and cheese mixture onto one half.
Fold the tortilla over the filling.
Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
Notes
Use sharp cheddar for the best depth of flavor. If you prefer extra heat, add diced jalapeños to the filling mix. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in a dry skillet to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg