Chorizo, Black Bean And Corn Quesadillos Recipe

Name: Chorizo, Black Bean And Corn Quesadillos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 chorizo sausage links, chopped (4-inch each); 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained; 1/2 cup frozen whole corn, thawed; 1/2 teaspoon cumin, ground; 1/3 cup cilantro pesto sauce (see below); 6 flour tortillas (8 inch size); 1 (8 ounce) package shredded Mexican blend cheese; For pesto; 3 bunches fresh cilantro, stems removed; 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 garlic clove; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons water

Servings: persons

4 chorizo sausage links, chopped (4-inch each)
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup frozen whole corn, thawed
1/2 teaspoon cumin, ground
1/3 cup cilantro pesto sauce (see below)
6 flour tortillas (8 inch size)
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Mexican blend cheese
For pesto
3 bunches fresh cilantro, stems removed
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons water

1
Cook sausage in a large skillet over medium heat 5 minutes or until browned. Add black beans, corn and cumin and cook, stirring occasionally, 3 - 4 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
2
Spread cilantro pesto evenly on each tortilla; sprinkle with cheese . Spoon chorizo mixture on half of each tortilla. Wipe skillet clean.
3
Cook, tortilla side down, in a lightly greased skillet over medium-high heat 1 minute or until lightly browned. Fold tortilla in half over filling. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Serve immediately with remaining pesto.
4
Pesto Sauce: Process all ingredients in a food processor until smooth; stopping to scrape down sides. Store in refrigerator up to 1 week.

835

kcal

Calories

Fat

139

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 chorizo sausage links, chopped (4-inch each), 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained, 1/2 cup frozen whole corn, thawed, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, ground, and more.

Yes, Chorizo, Black Bean And Corn Quesadillos falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Chorizo, Black Bean And Corn Quesadillos

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