Black-Bean Quesadillas With Goat Cheese Recipe

Name: Black-Bean Quesadillas With Goat Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided; 1 cup onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup salsa, your choice of heat; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 (19 ounce) can black beans, undrained; 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, minced; 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled; 8 (8 inch) flour tortillas; Topping; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/2 cup salsa

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 cup onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup salsa, your choice of heat
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (19 ounce) can black beans, undrained
1/3 cup fresh cilantro, minced
4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
8 (8 inch) flour tortillas
Topping
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup salsa

1
Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic, and saute for 3 minutes.
2
Stir in 1/2 cup salsa, cumin, and beans, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer for 5 minutes or until thick.
3
Mash the bean mixture slightly with a potato masher.
4
Remove from heat; stir in the cilantro and goat cheese.
5
Spread the bean mixture evenly over 4 tortillas; top each with 1 tortilla, pressing gently.
6
Heat 1/4 teaspoon olive oil in pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 quesadilla, and cook for 2 minutes on each side. Repeat the procedure with the remaining olive oil and quesadillas.
7
Cut each quesadilla into 6 wedges. Serve with fat-free sour cream and 1/2 cup salsa.

1059

kcal

Calories

Fat

183

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided, 1 cup onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1/2 cup salsa, your choice of heat, and more.

Yes, Black-Bean Quesadillas With Goat Cheese 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 Quesadillas With Goat Cheese

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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