Description
This Black Bean Veggie Quesadilla is a hearty and delicious meatless meal, featuring savory black beans, sautéed veggies, and melted cheese in a crispy tortilla. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a quick snack, this quesadilla is packed with flavor and nutrition!
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 small zucchini, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a mix)
- 4 large flour tortillas (or corn tortillas for gluten-free)
- Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, guacamole, fresh cilantro
Instructions
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Sauté the Vegetables:
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, onion, and zucchini. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the veggies are softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. -
Season the Veggies:
Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add the black beans to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes, just until the beans are warmed through. Remove the mixture from the heat. -
Assemble the Quesadillas:
Heat a separate non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place one tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle with about 1/4 cup of shredded cheese. Add a generous scoop of the veggie and black bean mixture on top of the cheese. Add another small handful of cheese on top, then place a second tortilla on top to form a sandwich. -
Cook the Quesadilla:
Cook the quesadilla for about 2-3 minutes on each side, pressing gently with a spatula to help the cheese melt and the tortilla crisp up. Flip carefully and cook the second side until golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is fully melted. -
Serve:
Remove the quesadilla from the skillet and let it cool for a minute before cutting it into wedges. Serve with your favorite toppings like sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or fresh cilantro.
Notes
- You can add other veggies like spinach, corn, or tomatoes to the filling if desired.
- If you want extra protein, try adding cooked chicken, tofu, or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for a cheesy vegan alternative.
- For a spicy kick, add some diced jalapeños or hot sauce to the veggie mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg