Bean and Cheese Quesadillas Recipe

Name: Bean and Cheese Quesadillas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1/2 small green pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and lightly mashed; 1/2 cup lower sodium salsa (such as Muir Glen); 1/2 tsp chili powder; 1 packages (10 count) fajita-size flour or whole-wheat tortillas; 8 oz reduced-fat pepper Jack cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup cilantro leaves; 1 Extra salsa for serving (optional)

Servings: persons

1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 small green pepper, seeded and chopped
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and lightly mashed
1/2 cup lower sodium salsa (such as Muir Glen)
1/2 tsp chili powder
1 packages (10 count) fajita-size flour or whole-wheat tortillas
8 oz reduced-fat pepper Jack cheese, shredded
1/2 cup cilantro leaves
1 Extra salsa for serving (optional)

1
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add onion and green pepper and cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3
Stir in beans, salsa and chili powder.
4
Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5
Spray a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray.
6
Place over medium-high heat.
7
Place one tortilla in the skillet and cook for 1 minute.
8
Spread 1/3 cup of the bean mixture and 1/3 cup of the cheese evenly over the tortilla.
9
Sprinkle some of the cilantro over the top.
10
Place another tortilla on top and cook 1 minute.
11
Press gently with a spatula and turn.
12
Cook for 1 minute or until browned.
13
Place quesadilla on a baking sheet and keep warm in 200 oven.
14
Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make four additional quesadillas.
15
Allow skillet to cool slightly if it becomes too hot.
16
To serve, cut each quesadilla into quarters.
17
Serve 3 quarters to each person (there will be 2 leftover wedges for nondieters to enjoy)

590

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 small onion, finely chopped, 1/2 small green pepper, seeded and chopped, 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and lightly mashed, and more.

Yes, Bean and Cheese Quesadillas falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Bean and Cheese Quesadillas

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