Zucchini, Corn, Black-Bean, And Jack-Cheese Quesadillas Recipe

Name: Zucchini, Corn, Black-Bean, And Jack-Cheese Quesadillas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 small zucchini, grated and drained on paper towels (about 1 cup); 1 cup defrosted frozen corn, drained on paper towels; 1 small red onion, chopped; 2 jalapeno chiles, seeds and ribs removed,chopped; 1 2/3 cups drained and rinsed canned black beans (one 15-ounce can); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 3/4 lb monterey jack cheese, grated; 8 large flour tortillas (burrito-size); 2 tablespoons cooking oil

Servings: persons

1 small zucchini, grated and drained on paper towels (about 1 cup)
1 cup defrosted frozen corn, drained on paper towels
1 small red onion, chopped
2 jalapeno chiles, seeds and ribs removed,chopped
1 2/3 cups drained and rinsed canned black beans (one 15-ounce can)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 lb monterey jack cheese, grated
8 large flour tortillas (burrito-size)
2 tablespoons cooking oil

1
In a large bowl, combine the zucchini, corn, onion, jalapenos, beans, salt, pepper, and chili powder.
2
Toss gently to distribute the seasonings and then stir in the cheese.
3
Heat the oven to 200 degrees F.
4
Set the tortillas on a work surface.
5
Put about 1/3 cup of the filling on one half of each tortilla.
6
Spread the filling to the edge and then fold the tortilla over the filling.
7
In a large nonstick frying pan, heat 1/2 Tbs of the oil over moderate heat.
8
Add two of the quesadillas to the pan and cook, turning once, until the cheese melts, about 1-1/2 minutes per side.
9
Remove from the pan and keep warm on a baking sheet in the oven.
10
Repeat in batches with the remaining oil and quesadillas.
11
Cut the quesadillas in wedges and serve.

1291

kcal

Calories

Fat

183

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 small zucchini, grated and drained on paper towels (about 1 cup), 1 cup defrosted frozen corn, drained on paper towels, 1 small red onion, chopped, 2 jalapeno chiles, seeds and ribs removed,chopped, and more.

Yes, Zucchini, Corn, Black-Bean, And Jack-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.

Zucchini, Corn, Black-Bean, And Jack-Cheese Quesadillas

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