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Black Bean Quesadilla

Crispy, cheesy quesadillas stuffed with seasoned black beans and melted cheese. Ready in 20 minutes with pantry staples and a skillet.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
480
Protein
16g
Black Bean Quesadilla
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Drain and rinse black beans. Stir in cumin, diced tomato, and a pinch of salt.

  2. Step 2

    Heat oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat until shimmering, ~60 seconds.

  3. Step 3

    Place one tortilla in the skillet. Spread 2 tbsp black bean mixture on half.

  4. Step 4

    Sprinkle 3 tbsp cheese over the beans. Fold tortilla in half.

  5. Step 5

    Cook 2 minutes without moving until the bottom is golden and crispy.

  6. Step 6

    Flip and cook the other side 1.5 minutes until the tortilla is golden.

  7. Step 7

    Transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining tortillas, beans, and cheese.

  8. Step 8

    Let cool 1 minute. Cut each quesadilla in half. Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • 10-inch skillet
  • cutting board
  • kitchen knife
  • wooden spoon or spatula

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