Black Bean Corn Quesadillas Recipe

Name: Black Bean Corn Quesadillas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil; 4 ½ teaspoons onions, finely chopped; 0.5 (15 1/2 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed; ⅔ cup organic frozen corn, drained (inexpensive at Costco); 1 ½ teaspoons brown sugar or 1 ½ teaspoons agave nectar; 2 tablespoons organic salsa; ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon butter, divided or 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 4 (8 inch) flour tortillas or 4 (8 inch) sprouted wraps; ¾ cup monterey jack cheese, shredded divided

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Stir in onion, and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
3
Stir in beans and corn, then add sugar, salsa, and pepper flakes; mix well.
4
Cook until heated through, about 3 minutes.
5
Melt 2 teaspoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
6
Place a tortilla in the skillet, sprinkle evenly with cheese, then top with some of the bean mixture.
7
Place another tortilla on top, cook until golden, then flip and cook on the other side.
8
Melt more butter as needed, and repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 teaspoon olive oil, 4 ½ teaspoons onions, finely chopped, 0.5 (15 1/2 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed, ⅔ cup organic frozen corn, drained (inexpensive at Costco), and more.

Yes, Black Bean Corn Quesadillas falls under the Snacks & Appetizers 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.

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Black Bean Corn Quesadillas

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